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SH53 WWF

2003 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

102,223 mi
Last recorded102,223 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 WWF
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2018 102,223 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Nov 2018 102,223 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 98,141 miles

N/s headlamp washer damage

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

O/s/r & n/s/r suspension units damp no leaks found

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

Pass 9 Nov 2016 93,393 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 87,749 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Slight play o/s steering rack tie rod arm not excessive

Pass 17 Nov 2014 81,669 miles

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

front wishbone rear bushes slight play

o/s steering rack tie rod ard slight play

Pass 13 Nov 2013 76,026 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)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 70,616 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 64,514 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 15 Oct 2010 56,800 miles

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)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 49,929 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 41,819 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 32,911 miles

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 24,204 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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SH53 WWF is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SH53 WWF, 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 SH53 WWF registered?

SH53 WWF is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is SH53 WWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH53 WWF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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