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FM04 BDU

2004 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,606 mi
Last recorded45,606 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 BDU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 45,606 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 43,559 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

rear silencer corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2013 41,369 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 39,611 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 19,251 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2011 19,251 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 16,044 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 12,591 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 9,271 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 9,271 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 6,121 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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FM04 BDU is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FM04 BDU, 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 FM04 BDU registered?

FM04 BDU is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 June 2004.

Is FM04 BDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 BDU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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