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BP03 YCJ

2003 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

70,119 mi
Last recorded70,119 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Citroen C361,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 YCJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 70,119 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 60,120 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 57,812 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly both (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 55,316 miles

both front suspension top mounts stiff inoperation

Pass 20 Dec 2014 53,246 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of belt n/s/r

oil leak in engine compartment

Fail 19 Dec 2014 53,238 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of belt n/s/r

oil leak in engine compartment

Pass 20 Dec 2013 50,867 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

chid seat fitted n/s/r and o/s/r not allowing full inspection of seat belt

o/s/f and n/s/f suspension top bearings slight roughness when turned

Fail 20 Dec 2013 50,866 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

chid seat fitted n/s/r and o/s/r not allowing full inspection of seat belt

o/s/f and n/s/f suspension top bearings slight roughness when turned

Pass 8 Dec 2012 48,552 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2012 48,552 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 46,155 miles

chip in screen.

wiper blades poor?

Fail 13 Dec 2010 43,726 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 43,726 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 41,218 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 41,218 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 36,101 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 29,316 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 22,627 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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BP03 YCJ is a 2003 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 BP03 YCJ, 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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BP03 YCJ is a 2003 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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