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PF52 BYG

2003 Citroen C5

Silver Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,082 mi
Last recorded122,082 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF52 BYG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 122,082 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2018 119,626 miles

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

engine covers fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2017 115,497 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

rear brake pipes covered in grease.

Pass 14 Jun 2016 110,507 miles

Brake pipe(s) are covered in copper grease.

Front Steering arm(s) have slight play.

Pass 9 Jun 2015 104,802 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

O/s & n/s rear brake pipes/furrells covered with copper grease

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 94,079 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

N/S/F side mirror is covered in tape.

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 84,000 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 78,768 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 67,210 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

sill covers fitted

underbody covers fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2011 67,210 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

sill covers fitted

underbody covers fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2010 59,216 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 51,827 miles

both front brake discs wearing thin.

Pass 21 Jun 2008 46,531 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 41,031 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 40,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

n/s rear suspension unit is damp with suspension fluid

o/s front and both rear tyres worn clost to limit 3mm limit is 1.6mm

Pass 12 Jun 2006 34,022 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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PF52 BYG is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PF52 BYG, 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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PF52 BYG is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 24 January 2003.

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