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YU03 UVA

2003 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,525 mi
Last recorded129,525 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU03 UVA
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 129,525 miles

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

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

dampness in offside front inner wheel arch

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Jun 2016 117,864 miles

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

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 3 Jun 2016 117,864 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 6 Jun 2015

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2014 98,709 miles

damp around n/s/r sphere

Pass 8 Jun 2013 90,563 miles

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

rear discs rusty / wipers poor

Pass 2 Jun 2012 84,763 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 78,998 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 78,998 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 69,110 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 96,022 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 61,586 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 51,787 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 41,782 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 28,642 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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YU03 UVA is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YU03 UVA, 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 YU03 UVA registered?

YU03 UVA is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is YU03 UVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU03 UVA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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