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BJ54 EDK

2004 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

74,341 mi
Last recorded74,341 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 EDK
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2023 74,341 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sills Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2022 63,162 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2021 55,896 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear corrosion present on outer end sill

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear corrosion present on outer end sill

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

corrosion present on exhaust back box and middle box

Fail 16 Aug 2021 55,896 miles

Exhaust system insecure back box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear corrosion present on outer end sill

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear corrosion present on outer end sill

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

corrosion present on exhaust back box and middle box

Pass 26 Aug 2020 54,599 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear corrosion present on outer sill

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear corrosion present on outer sill

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

corrosion present on exhaust back box and middle box

Pass 2 Sep 2019 52,781 miles

Offside corrosion present on outer sill

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

corrosion present on exhaust middle and back box outer casing

Pass 26 Jul 2018 50,343 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 50,343 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 47,554 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated in areas.

Pass 1 Aug 2016 45,056 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 1 Aug 2016 45,056 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 42,219 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2014 38,189 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 38,189 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 33,995 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 33,993 miles

Nearside Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

fromt pads low

Fail 3 Aug 2012 31,284 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 31,284 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 27,096 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 27,096 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 24,373 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 24,373 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 7 Sep 2009 21,293 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 21,293 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 17,287 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 12,753 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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BJ54 EDK is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 2004 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 58,776 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 BJ54 EDK, 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 22 years old, this Citroen C3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BJ54 EDK is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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