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BG03 CXW

2003 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

40,994 mi
Last recorded40,994 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Citroen C361,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 CXW
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 40,994 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 40,596 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 40,186 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 39,759 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 39,759 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 39,512 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 39,303 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2021 39,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 39,089 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 38,724 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 38,276 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2017 37,833 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 37,458 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 37,106 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 36,378 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 35,054 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 26,208 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 26,208 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 15 Apr 2011 23,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 23,920 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 21,857 miles

surface cracks front and rear tyre treads

Pass 16 Apr 2009 19,503 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 17,325 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 15,436 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 12,925 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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BG03 CXW is a 2003 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 BG03 CXW, 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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What year was BG03 CXW registered?

BG03 CXW is a 2003 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 April 2003.

Is BG03 CXW safe to buy?

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