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AF53 NZV

2003 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

91,480 mi
Last recorded91,480 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen C361,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 NZV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2015 91,480 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 91,480 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 88,144 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 81,694 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Sep 2013 81,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 1 Sep 2012 67,902 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 67,902 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 57,257 miles

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

n/s headlamp aim just within limit adjuster broke

n/s rear suspension bump stop missing

Pass 3 Sep 2010 45,114 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 45,114 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 33,605 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 26,537 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 18,846 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 18,846 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 11,822 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 11,801 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Citroen C3?

Based on 4,435,918 MOT tests across 313,601 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
5,216
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
313,601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 107,792
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 76,366
Registration plate lamp not working 63,376
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 46,618
Stop lamp not working 39,780
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AF53 NZV is a 2003 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 61,778 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 C3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 107,792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF53 NZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C3 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Citroen C3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF53 NZV?

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What year was AF53 NZV registered?

AF53 NZV is a 2003 Citroen C3, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is AF53 NZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 NZV shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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