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EG53 OVE

2004 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

51,915 mi
Last recorded51,915 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG53 OVE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2021 51,915 miles

CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

EXHAUST SYSTEM IS CORRODED

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 51,915 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

EXHAUST SYSTEM IS CORRODED

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 51,113 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 51,072 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 50,337 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 47,935 miles

corrosion to front brake discs

front and rear number plates deteriating

oil leak

Fail 18 Jul 2018 47,935 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

corrosion to front brake discs

front and rear number plates deteriating

oil leak

some binding to n/s/f wheel when rotated

Pass 19 Jan 2016 47,668 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 47,668 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 47,321 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 46,894 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 46,153 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 46,153 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 44,332 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 42,168 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 37,937 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 33,035 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 27,092 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 20,244 miles

Front brake pads worn low

Fail 13 Feb 2007 20,244 miles

Front brake pads worn low

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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EG53 OVE is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 EG53 OVE, 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 EG53 OVE registered?

EG53 OVE is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 February 2004.

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