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RF03 FDD

2003 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

150,017 mi
Last recorded150,017 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 FDD
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Aug 2021 150,017 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 146,097 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 140,203 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 129,542 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 129,538 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 121,550 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 121,535 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear suspension unit gaiter split

Pass 15 Aug 2016 111,837 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 107,889 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 102,461 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 99,724 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake pads approx 80% worn

Pass 3 Aug 2012 93,468 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 85,635 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 74,612 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 61,932 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 49,864 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 38,711 miles

both sides front brake pads wearing low

vehicle fitted with plastic sill covers

vehicle fitted with plastic undertrays

Pass 13 Jun 2006 35,761 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

plastic cover over door sill

Fail 12 Jun 2006 35,761 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

plastic cover over door sill and under vehicle

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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RF03 FDD is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RF03 FDD, 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 RF03 FDD registered?

RF03 FDD is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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The MOT history for RF03 FDD shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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