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HFZ 2527

2011 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

183,484 mi
Last recorded183,484 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFZ 2527
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 183,484 miles

Exhaust flexi deteriorated and rear exhaust hanger is broken

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough OSF strut (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Jan 2023 183,484 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam NSF + OSF (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Position lamp not working NSF + OSF (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust flexi deteriorated and rear exhaust hanger is broken

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough OSF strut (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 179,801 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough top bearing (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust flexi section deteriorated

Pass 14 Jan 2021 177,517 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough both strut top bearings partly seized (2.1.1 (a))

under vehicle covers fitted restricting inspection

Fail 14 Jan 2021 177,517 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough both strut top bearings partly seized (2.1.1 (a))

under vehicle covers fitted restricting inspection

Pass 15 Jan 2020 174,897 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front and rear brake discs worn

Pass 16 Jan 2019 165,485 miles

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 157,373 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 145,370 miles

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

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

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

Rear heat shield and exhaust mount insecure

Fail 29 Nov 2016 145,283 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

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

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

Rear heat shield and exhaust mount insecure

Pass 12 Jan 2016 136,434 miles

Rear exhaust mounting broken

Fail 22 Dec 2014 127,751 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 127,751 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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HFZ 2527 is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2011 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 57,950 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 HFZ 2527, 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 15 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HFZ 2527 registered?

HFZ 2527 is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 2 August 2011.

Is HFZ 2527 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFZ 2527 shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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