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AF53 OFZ

2003 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

188,016 mi
Last recorded188,016 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen C361,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 OFZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 188,016 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 180,313 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 27 Jan 2017 180,313 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 172,191 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 167,477 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 157,188 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 139,836 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 123,741 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 109,054 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 101,835 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 94,923 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 81,078 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 67,273 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 67,273 miles

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 OFZ is a 2003 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OFZ, 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.

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What year was AF53 OFZ registered?

AF53 OFZ is a 2003 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 December 2003.

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