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RF53 FOJ

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

113,461 mi
Last recorded113,461 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 FOJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 113,461 miles

Both front shockers leaking,close to limits

Parking brake outer covers in poor condition

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 101,511 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Oct 2013 91,029 miles

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

signs of power steering fluid leaking from main High Pressure pipe.

Pass 9 Oct 2012 78,776 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Oct 2011 69,725 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 58,896 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 58,896 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 48,428 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 37,364 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 25,743 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2006 15,691 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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RF53 FOJ is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RF53 FOJ, 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 RF53 FOJ registered?

RF53 FOJ is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is RF53 FOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF53 FOJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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