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FM04 VZY

2004 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

68,274 mi
Last recorded68,274 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 VZY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 68,274 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear feathering

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear exhaust case corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2016 64,351 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)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 60,385 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 52,091 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 52,091 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 May 2013 45,071 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)

o/s/r tyre in poor condition (175/65/14)

Fail 7 May 2013 45,071 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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)

o/s/r tyre in poor condition (175/65/14)

Pass 29 May 2012 39,772 miles

offside wiper blade is starting to deteriorate

Fail 29 May 2012 39,771 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

offside wiper blade is starting to deteriorate

Pass 1 Jun 2011 35,242 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 31,822 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 31,822 miles

Offside Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 26,187 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 21,632 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 15,644 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 VZY is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VZY, 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 VZY registered?

FM04 VZY is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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The MOT history for FM04 VZY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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