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MC03 DPV

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

111,811 mi
Last recorded111,811 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC03 DPV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 111,811 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 108,897 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

front tyres shoulders worn

Pass 19 Mar 2018 105,321 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Mar 2018 105,321 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 102,025 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 98,230 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 95,151 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 91,791 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 80,634 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 68,942 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2012 68,942 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 61,716 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2010 54,612 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 54,612 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 47,826 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 42,826 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 36,952 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 28,878 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Jul 2006 28,878 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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MC03 DPV is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 MC03 DPV, 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 MC03 DPV registered?

MC03 DPV is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is MC03 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC03 DPV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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