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DG54 SXE

2004 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

49,630 mi
Last recorded49,630 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 SXE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 49,630 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 49,630 miles

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 14 May 2015 48,166 miles

both rear and n/s/f tyres cracked and perished

Fail 14 May 2015 48,166 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both rear and n/s/f tyres cracked and perished

Pass 22 May 2014 45,487 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 42,851 miles

advise n/s side repeater slightly white

advise rear n/s and o/s indicators slightly white

Fail 27 Nov 2012 42,848 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

advise n/s side repeater slightly white

advise rear n/s and o/s indicators slightly white

Pass 22 Nov 2011 41,100 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 41,100 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 37,826 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 19 Aug 2009 34,055 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 34,055 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 28,395 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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DG54 SXE is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 DG54 SXE, 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 DG54 SXE?

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What year was DG54 SXE registered?

DG54 SXE is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is DG54 SXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG54 SXE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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