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LG03 HFD

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

196,438 mi
Last recorded196,438 miles
Recorded on21 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 HFD
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2012 196,438 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

headlamp washers nopt working

Fail 21 May 2012 196,438 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

headlamp washers nopt working

Pass 17 May 2011 174,937 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 May 2010 141,684 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2010 141,684 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 109,268 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 79,253 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 41,914 miles

rear number plate close to limits

Pass 16 Jun 2006 3,654 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 3,654 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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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LG03 HFD is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LG03 HFD, 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 LG03 HFD registered?

LG03 HFD is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is LG03 HFD safe to buy?

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