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AU03 VYL

2003 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,581 mi
Last recorded108,581 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Citroen C361,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 VYL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 5 May 2023 108,581 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 May 2022 103,943 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 103,743 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 103,532 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 101,373 miles

rear number plate debonding

Pass 27 Feb 2018 99,486 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 96,817 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 93,957 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 90,337 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 86,575 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 82,839 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 79,212 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 74,993 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 69,987 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 65,008 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 59,886 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 54,042 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 41,436 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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AU03 VYL is a 2003 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AU03 VYL, 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

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What year was AU03 VYL registered?

AU03 VYL is a 2003 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AU03 VYL safe to buy?

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