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PJ53 GVT

2003 Citroen C5

Silver Petrol 2946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2024
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

41,555 mi
Last recorded41,555 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 GVT
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,946cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2023 41,555 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 40,759 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 39,844 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2021 39,844 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 39,110 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 38,605 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 37,932 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 37,456 miles

Offside Rear Tyre cracking on outer tread

Pass 5 Dec 2016 36,836 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 36,368 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 36,368 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 3,567 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 34,862 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 34,399 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 33,822 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 33,419 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2009 32,047 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 31,141 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 27,425 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 24,222 miles

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

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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PJ53 GVT is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 2,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 PJ53 GVT, 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 PJ53 GVT registered?

PJ53 GVT is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is PJ53 GVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ53 GVT shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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