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FH53 GLV

2003 Citroen C2

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

72,818 mi
Last recorded72,818 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Citroen C259,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 GLV
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2021 72,818 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view in zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 70,039 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 70,039 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 63,323 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 56,158 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 49,947 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured Both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured Both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 43,969 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 36,135 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 36,135 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 29,126 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Oct 2014 29,126 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 27,314 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Nov 2012 25,510 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 23,580 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 21,663 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Fail 17 Nov 2010 21,663 miles

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

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 19,539 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2009 19,539 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 17,022 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

chip in windscreen

Pass 29 Nov 2007 13,574 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 10,013 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C2?

Based on 965,161 MOT tests across 61,057 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,516
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
61,057
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38,269
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,833
Registration plate lamp not working 22,386
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20,787
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15,873
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FH53 GLV is a 2003 Citroen C2 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Citroen C2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 59,560 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH53 GLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Citroen C2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FH53 GLV registered?

FH53 GLV is a 2003 Citroen C2, first registered on 9 December 2003.

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The MOT history for FH53 GLV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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