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RY03 NCJ

2003 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,943 mi
Last recorded111,943 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 NCJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2015 111,943 miles

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

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

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 6 Aug 2014 89,303 miles

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

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 6 Aug 2014 89,303 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 5 Aug 2013 75,553 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 6 Aug 2012 68,357 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

Pass 4 Aug 2011 61,284 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

unable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

Pass 2 Aug 2010 52,058 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 3 Aug 2009 44,638 miles

unable to check underneath fully due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2008 36,812 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 28,956 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 21,137 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jul 2006 21,137 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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RY03 NCJ is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 RY03 NCJ, 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 RY03 NCJ registered?

RY03 NCJ is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is RY03 NCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY03 NCJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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