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DC53 HTN

2004 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

85,024 mi
Last recorded85,024 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC53 HTN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 85,024 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Mar 2018 67,381 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 60,777 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 48,901 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2016 48,901 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 40,236 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 37,045 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 37,045 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 34,141 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 30,233 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 27,546 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2010 21,007 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 21,007 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 16,649 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 13,062 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 10,754 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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DC53 HTN is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DC53 HTN, 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 DC53 HTN registered?

DC53 HTN is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is DC53 HTN safe to buy?

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