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KG03 XPY

2003 Citroen C5

Red Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,998 mi
Last recorded111,998 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG03 XPY
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 111,998 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Feb 2017 111,963 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 105,197 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage steering pump (2.3.3b)

front windscreen wipers split at ends but still clear the screen

Fail 19 Feb 2016 105,197 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working nearside and offside (1.1.C.1d)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage steering pump (2.3.3b)

front windscreen wipers split at ends but still clear the screen

Pass 23 Feb 2015 100,795 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 95,343 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 88,334 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 88,334 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 13 Jan 2012 81,904 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 81,904 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 75,435 miles

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 65,602 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 53,652 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 53,652 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 49,324 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front wheel trim missing

Pass 24 Jul 2007 42,070 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 42,070 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

some wear in front and rear brake pads

some wear in front brake discs

Pass 5 Jul 2006 32,228 miles

rear brake discs slightly rust coated on inner faces

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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KG03 XPY is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KG03 XPY, 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.

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What year was KG03 XPY registered?

KG03 XPY is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is KG03 XPY safe to buy?

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