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HK53 JVF

2003 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

68,647 mi
Last recorded68,647 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 JVF
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2019 68,647 miles

age related cracking to tyre sidewalls

body damage to nearside rear wheel arch panel

damage to front bumper

damage to rear bumper

Fail 21 Oct 2019 68,647 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

age related cracking to tyre sidewalls

body damage to nearside rear wheel arch panel

damage to front bumper

damage to rear bumper

Pass 18 Oct 2018 68,464 miles

Offside Front bumper has slight damage

Fail 18 Oct 2018 68,464 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front bumper has slight damage

Pass 24 Oct 2017 68,061 miles

N/s/f handbrake outer casing casing damaged.

O/s/f bumper damaged and taped.

Pass 14 Oct 2016 67,442 miles

Body work damaged.

Engine cover.

Under tray.

Pass 1 Oct 2015 65,809 miles

Body work damage.

Engine cover.

Under tray.

Pass 13 Oct 2014 64,161 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2013 60,417 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 56,817 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 51,816 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 48,698 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 43,184 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 37,130 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 37,130 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 28,741 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 21,648 miles

covers front to rear under vehicle

sill covers fitted

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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HK53 JVF is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HK53 JVF, 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 HK53 JVF registered?

HK53 JVF is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is HK53 JVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 JVF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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