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CW53 LYT

2004 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

22,284 mi
Last recorded22,284 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW53 LYT
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 22,284 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2025 21,121 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 17,766 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 17,766 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 14,846 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 11,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing remaining tread 6mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing remaining tread 6mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing remaining tread 6mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing remaining tread 6mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 11,806 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 11,671 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 11,188 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 10,844 miles

Slight corrosion on centre exhaust box

Pass 22 Dec 2016 10,272 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 10,272 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 8,767 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 7,555 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 18,200 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 6,047 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 5,239 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 4,520 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 3,623 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 2,978 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 2,408 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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CW53 LYT is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 CW53 LYT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CW53 LYT?

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What year was CW53 LYT registered?

CW53 LYT is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is CW53 LYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW53 LYT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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