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LV03 VBE

2003 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

99,151 mi
Last recorded99,151 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV03 VBE
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2017 99,151 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 95,437 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 92,044 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 85,927 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 72,052 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2013 72,052 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 59,547 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 51,684 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 48,189 miles

underside covered, engine bay covered

Pass 26 Mar 2009 41,619 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 35,523 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 30,857 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 26,227 miles

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

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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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LV03 VBE is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Green with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LV03 VBE, 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 LV03 VBE registered?

LV03 VBE is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is LV03 VBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV03 VBE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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