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DY04 VXU

2004 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

43,325 mi
Last recorded43,325 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY04 VXU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 43,325 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 38,830 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 34,641 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 30,920 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 26,449 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 24,472 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 21,035 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 21,035 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 16,875 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 15,490 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 15,490 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 13,753 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 13,022 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 11,616 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 11,616 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 9,096 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 7,695 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 7,080 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 6,954 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 6,954 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 6,643 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 6,022 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 5,050 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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DY04 VXU is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 DY04 VXU, 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

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What year was DY04 VXU registered?

DY04 VXU is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is DY04 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY04 VXU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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