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AM52 AVN

2002 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

120,845 mi
Last recorded120,845 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Citroen C368,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 AVN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2017 120,845 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.75m (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 116,965 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 110,863 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 106,517 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2013 101,875 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 20 Nov 2013 101,875 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 96,511 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 90,325 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 82,952 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 74,856 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 68,395 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 61,756 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 61,756 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 54,609 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 46,238 miles

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

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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AM52 AVN is a 2002 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2002 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 68,158 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 AM52 AVN, 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 24 years old, this Citroen C3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AM52 AVN registered?

AM52 AVN is a 2002 Citroen C3, first registered on 12 December 2002.

Is AM52 AVN safe to buy?

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