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WP03 KWU

2003 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

85,742 mi
Last recorded85,742 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP03 KWU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 85,742 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 85,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2017 82,258 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake pads falling apart due to excessive heat

no access to rear seatsbelts

Fail 4 Jul 2017 82,258 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Gas suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Gas suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake pads falling apart due to excessive heat

no access to rear seatsbelts

Pass 6 Jul 2016 79,583 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake binding

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 6 Jul 2016 79,583 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake binding

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Jul 2015 78,997 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 3 Jul 2015 78,997 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 76,959 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 70,760 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 70,754 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 29 Jun 2012 68,075 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 68,075 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 65,012 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 65,012 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2010 62,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 61,496 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 54,937 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)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 38,895 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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WP03 KWU is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WP03 KWU, 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 WP03 KWU registered?

WP03 KWU is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 2 July 2003.

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