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GX54 OWY

2004 Citroen C3

Purple Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

55,348 mi
Last recorded55,348 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX54 OWY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 55,348 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 55,137 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Fail 9 Nov 2022 55,137 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 53,532 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 53,532 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 53,063 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 5 Nov 2020 53,063 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 52,522 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Nov 2019 52,522 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective sticking in unlatched position (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 50,977 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 49,426 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 47,731 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 46,337 miles

Rear Both suspension bump stops missing

Rear Brake application uneven

Pass 12 Nov 2014 42,591 miles

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

both rear suspension bump stops missing

Fail 12 Nov 2014 42,591 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both rear suspension bump stops missing

Pass 18 Nov 2013 37,238 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 33,018 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2012 33,018 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 15 Nov 2011 29,919 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear 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 15 Nov 2011 29,919 miles

Nearside Rear 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 15 Nov 2010 26,523 miles

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

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 rear bump stop missing ;

Pass 13 Nov 2009 23,601 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 13 Nov 2009 23,601 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 Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 19,714 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 19,714 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 16,339 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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GX54 OWY is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Purple with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 GX54 OWY, 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.

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What year was GX54 OWY registered?

GX54 OWY is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 14 October 2004.

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The MOT history for GX54 OWY shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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