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YC03 PYG

2003 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

150,524 mi
Last recorded150,524 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC03 PYG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 150,524 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 150,524 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 29 Oct 2014 139,624 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 139,624 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 129,959 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2012 119,135 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 112,831 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 25 Oct 2010 106,769 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 103,407 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 94,356 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 82,430 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 73,786 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 64,909 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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YC03 PYG is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YC03 PYG, 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 YC03 PYG registered?

YC03 PYG is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is YC03 PYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC03 PYG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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