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SC03 KYR

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

127,149 mi
Last recorded127,149 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC03 KYR
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2014 127,149 miles

Both front suspension arms, rear bushes are starting to deteriorate.

Both rear brake discs quite rusty, advise to replace.

Offside front steering track rod inner balljoint has slight wear/play.

Offside rear suspension unit is damp, keep an eye on this.

Unable to check outer sills due to trims.

Pass 27 Jul 2013 122,341 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 122,271 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 115,390 miles

Evidence of fluid leak at offside rear suspension unit.

Offside front tyre has slight perishing and is wearing more on inside edge.

Slight wear/play at offside front anti-roll bar tie rod.

Slight wear/play at offside steering inner track rod balljoint.

unable to fully test underside and some brake pipes due to trims.

Fail 19 Jul 2012 115,362 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Evidence of fluid leak at offside rear suspension unit.

Offside front tyre has slight perishing and is wearing more on inside edge.

Slight wear/play at offside front anti-roll bar tie rod.

Slight wear/play at offside steering inner track rod balljoint.

unable to fully test underside and some brake pipes due to trims.

Pass 20 Jun 2011 103,937 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 96,477 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 84,269 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 69,144 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 56,654 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 40,676 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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SC03 KYR is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SC03 KYR, 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 SC03 KYR registered?

SC03 KYR is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is SC03 KYR safe to buy?

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