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CX54 ZFL

2004 Citroen C3

Green Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

93,109 mi
Last recorded93,109 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX54 ZFL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 93,109 miles

Both rear bump stops missing

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured OSF/OSR Both sides repeaters (1.4.A.2f)

Noise from OSF when wheel rotated.

Fail 10 Jun 2017 93,109 miles

Both rear bump stops missing

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured OSF/OSR Both sides repeaters (1.4.A.2f)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Noise from OSF when wheel rotated.

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 85,175 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 76,064 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 70,851 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 62,687 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Jun 2013 62,687 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 55,474 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 28 May 2012 55,335 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Battery insecure

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 43,909 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 30,037 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 25,519 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 23,648 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 23,648 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 20,830 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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CX54 ZFL is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Green with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 CX54 ZFL, 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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CX54 ZFL is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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