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FV04 VBC

2004 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

99,405 mi
Last recorded99,405 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV04 VBC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 99,405 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 91,028 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 91,016 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 24 Aug 2013 83,247 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 83,247 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 75,918 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Aug 2012 75,918 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 31 Aug 2011 65,423 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 65,423 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 54,819 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 54,819 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 41,590 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 41,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 28,417 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 28,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 19,734 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 19,734 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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FV04 VBC is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 FV04 VBC, 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 FV04 VBC registered?

FV04 VBC is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 9 August 2004.

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The MOT history for FV04 VBC shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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