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BF03 XFB

2003 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,539 mi
Last recorded76,539 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Citroen C361,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 XFB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2013 76,539 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 76,538 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 71,268 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 71,225 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 31 Jan 2011 66,236 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 66,236 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 61,787 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 61,787 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 58,017 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 52,969 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 47,035 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 31,364 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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BF03 XFB is a 2003 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF03 XFB, 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 BF03 XFB registered?

BF03 XFB is a 2003 Citroen C3, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is BF03 XFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 XFB shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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