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HW03 JFZ

2003 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

86,540 mi
Last recorded86,540 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW03 JFZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2015 86,540 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 82,216 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2013 73,534 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2012 67,673 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 67,673 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 61,472 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2011 61,472 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 56,544 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 49,623 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 41,720 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 41,708 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

n/s front tyre worn inner edge

n/s rear bump stop missing

n/s rear tyre 2mm worn outer edge

o/s rear bump stop damaged

o/s rear tyre 2mm worn inner edge

Pass 12 Jun 2007 34,199 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 34,199 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 26,057 miles

offside rear lamp cracked

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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HW03 JFZ is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HW03 JFZ, 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 HW03 JFZ registered?

HW03 JFZ is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 7 July 2003.

Is HW03 JFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW03 JFZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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