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GV52 WFL

2003 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

126,652 mi
Last recorded126,652 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV52 WFL
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 126,652 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 106,468 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inside edge

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Sep 2015 106,468 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inside edge

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 12 Feb 2014 91,010 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 91,010 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 86,799 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 79,164 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Handbrake Cable Outer Case Split

Power Steering High Pressure Pipe Leaking Slightly

Pass 18 Feb 2011 70,062 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 18 Feb 2011 70,062 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 62,877 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 54,651 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 46,718 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 46,718 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 37,196 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 28,521 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C5?

Based on 931,868 MOT tests across 82,427 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,739
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
82,427
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42,736
position lamp(s) not working 29,340
Registration plate lamp not working 24,921
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,481
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,920
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GV52 WFL is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 86,280 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42,736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV52 WFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV52 WFL registered?

GV52 WFL is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 22 February 2003.

Is GV52 WFL safe to buy?

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