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KU03 LRJ

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

146,993 mi
Last recorded146,993 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 LRJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2016 146,993 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 146,993 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 137,021 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)

Fail 19 Mar 2015 137,021 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 115,561 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

nearside front handbrake cable deteriorated

Pass 14 Mar 2013 86,845 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 80,248 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 80,248 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 71,797 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 66,302 miles

front number plate starting to deteriate

nearside rear tyre has screw in tread

Pass 10 Mar 2009 59,402 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 59,402 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 52,018 miles

slight rusting to rear brake discs

Pass 7 Mar 2007 43,390 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 33,567 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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KU03 LRJ is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey 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 KU03 LRJ, 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

How do I check the history of KU03 LRJ?

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What year was KU03 LRJ registered?

KU03 LRJ is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is KU03 LRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU03 LRJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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