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AV52 FLL

2003 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

76,443 mi
Last recorded76,443 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Citroen C361,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 FLL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2021 76,443 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

some body/chassis corrosion

Fail 17 Feb 2021 76,443 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

some body/chassis corrosion

Pass 11 Feb 2020 70,000 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Feb 2019 65,861 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 65,861 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 61,728 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 54,475 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 48,400 miles

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Apr 2015 41,970 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 35,000 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 33,731 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 33,731 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 31,848 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 31,848 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 29,552 miles

Both front brakes are binding on slightly

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 28,346 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 26,604 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 24,426 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 24,426 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 21,865 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 18,685 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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AV52 FLL is a 2003 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AV52 FLL, 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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AV52 FLL is a 2003 Citroen C3, first registered on 17 February 2003.

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