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WG52 VDV

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

109,373 mi
Last recorded109,373 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG52 VDV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 109,373 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 108,758 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 108,758 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 104,947 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 99,263 miles

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

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

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

engine covers fitted. under trays fitted.

Pass 24 Jan 2017 92,472 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

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

engine covers fitted. under trays fitted.

Fail 24 Jan 2017 92,472 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

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

engine covers fitted. under trays fitted.

Pass 20 Jan 2016 86,512 miles

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

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

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

under trays fitted. engine covers fitted.

Pass 26 Jan 2015 80,634 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 29 Jan 2014 76,334 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 71,102 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jan 2012 66,440 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2011 60,734 miles

both front brake discs slightly worn.

both outer lower body sill panels have plastic covers fitted.

engine and gearbox under trays fitted.

under floor pan covers fitted.

Pass 28 Jan 2010 55,286 miles

engine and gearbox under trays fitted.

plastic sill covers fitted to both outer lower sill panels at the time of the test.

under body pan covers fitted.

Pass 27 Jan 2009 49,539 miles

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

engine and gearbox under trays fitted.

plastic sill covers fitted to both lower sill panels at the time of the test.

under body panels fitted.

Pass 30 Jan 2008 44,681 miles

engine and gearbox under trays fitted

plastic sill panel covers fitted

under body panels fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2007 38,692 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 30,447 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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WG52 VDV is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WG52 VDV, 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 WG52 VDV registered?

WG52 VDV is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is WG52 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG52 VDV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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