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FM53 TTX

2004 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

40,840 mi
Last recorded40,840 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 TTX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2017 40,840 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 39,058 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 36,908 miles

exhaust in poor condition

front tyres cracking

tyres on front axle are a different size to rear axle

Pass 8 Jan 2014 34,506 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 34,506 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 7 Jan 2013 32,229 miles

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

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

exhaust front box corroded on seams

Pass 7 Jan 2013 32,229 miles

exhaust front box corroded on seams

Pass 9 Jan 2012 29,931 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 29,931 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 27,534 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 27,534 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 25,597 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 25,597 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 23,097 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 27 Jan 2009 23,097 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 19,488 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 15,631 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 15,631 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)

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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FM53 TTX is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FM53 TTX, 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

How do I check the history of FM53 TTX?

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What year was FM53 TTX registered?

FM53 TTX is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 January 2004.

Is FM53 TTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 TTX shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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