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KW03 EXB

2003 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

138,162 mi
Last recorded138,162 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW03 EXB
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2018 138,162 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 138,162 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 131,107 miles

near side rear tyre wearing very unevenly and close to limits in places

off side front tyre inner edge bald

off side rear tyre has a screw sticking out and tyre wearing very unevenly

Fail 16 Feb 2017 131,107 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

near side rear tyre wearing very unevenly and close to limits in places

off side front tyre inner edge bald

off side rear tyre has a screw sticking out and tyre wearing very unevenly

Pass 17 Feb 2016 118,571 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 118,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 104,681 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 93,123 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 79,629 miles

near side front tyre wearing down in centre

off side front tyre close to legal limits

Pass 13 Mar 2012 64,706 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 63,601 miles

oil leak from engine

Fail 10 Aug 2011 63,601 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak from engine

Pass 11 Aug 2010 60,315 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 50,837 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 40,488 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 35,071 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 23,958 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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KW03 EXB is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KW03 EXB, 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 KW03 EXB registered?

KW03 EXB is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is KW03 EXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW03 EXB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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