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BX53 JUJ

2004 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

145,156 mi
Last recorded145,156 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2012
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 JUJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2012 145,156 miles

n/s/f tyre fouling slightly no mark on tyre

Pass 22 Mar 2011 134,843 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

engine covers fitted

nsr tyre slight distortion

Fail 22 Mar 2011 134,843 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

engine covers fitted

nsr tyre slight distortion

Pass 29 Mar 2010 127,999 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 127,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 101,594 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2008 87,217 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 87,059 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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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BX53 JUJ is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BX53 JUJ, 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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What year was BX53 JUJ registered?

BX53 JUJ is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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