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GV53 NYA

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

123,717 mi
Last recorded123,717 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 NYA
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2016 123,717 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Jan 2016 123,716 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 113,106 miles

Engine warning light on

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside front brake caplier lever not returing fully to its stop

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 104,836 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 95,657 miles

Cut In O/S/F Tyre Sidewall Not Deep Enough To Reach Ply Or Cords.

Small Seepage From Suspension Pipe At Lower Rear Of Engine.

Pass 5 Aug 2011 86,464 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 77,384 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 77,384 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 59,305 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 29,459 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 29,459 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 9,356 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 3,737 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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GV53 NYA is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GV53 NYA, 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 GV53 NYA registered?

GV53 NYA is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is GV53 NYA safe to buy?

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