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SY03 ONX

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

97,541 mi
Last recorded97,541 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 ONX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2013 97,541 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 903,783 miles

n/s front parking brake effort on minimum,we advise attention a/s/a/p

Pass 21 Jul 2011 87,555 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 81,458 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 81,437 miles

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

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

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

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

signs of light misting from offside rear suspension unit.

Pass 5 Mar 2009 74,010 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 68,832 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 68,832 miles

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

Front bumper insecure

rear wiper split

Pass 10 Jan 2008 68,737 miles

slight fluid weep from o/s/r suspension component

Pass 19 Feb 2007 63,751 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 57,245 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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SY03 ONX 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 SY03 ONX, 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 SY03 ONX registered?

SY03 ONX is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is SY03 ONX safe to buy?

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