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AO52 CYL

2002 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,741 mi
Last recorded67,741 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Citroen C368,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 CYL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 67,741 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 66,626 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 64,667 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 63,239 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 61,322 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 59,598 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 57,327 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 54,918 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 51,478 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 49,004 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 46,555 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 43,348 miles

rear exhaust rear silencer outer casing corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2013 40,480 miles

rear exhaust silencer outer casing corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2012 37,884 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 33,691 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 28,023 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 24,872 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 21,251 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 18,440 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 15,324 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 12,277 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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AO52 CYL is a 2002 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AO52 CYL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO52 CYL?

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What year was AO52 CYL registered?

AO52 CYL is a 2002 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 October 2002.

Is AO52 CYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 CYL shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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