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PN53 WVX

2003 Citroen C5

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

170,382 mi
Last recorded170,382 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 WVX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2014 170,382 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 170,382 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 156,670 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2013 156,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Fail 17 Mar 2013 156,624 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front bumper insecure

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

air bag warning light on

undertray in poor condition and insecure

Pass 19 Mar 2012 142,103 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 142,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 127,761 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 127,761 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 2 Mar 2010 112,676 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 112,676 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 99,543 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Mar 2009 99,543 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 94,436 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 85,227 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 77,588 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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PN53 WVX is a 2003 Citroen C5 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PN53 WVX, 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 PN53 WVX registered?

PN53 WVX is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 12 October 2003.

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