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PG03 UML

2003 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,642 mi
Last recorded80,642 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG03 UML
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 80,642 miles

Front brakes getting worn

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 72,615 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 60,739 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 51,806 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 51,806 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 47,540 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 47,540 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 40,739 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 37,343 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 33,395 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 30,743 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 27,093 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 21,812 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 15,233 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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PG03 UML is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PG03 UML, 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 PG03 UML registered?

PG03 UML is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 21 August 2003.

Is PG03 UML safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG03 UML shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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