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HN54 SWV

2004 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

188,957 mi
Last recorded188,957 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN54 SWV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2022 188,957 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays & trims fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2021 175,180 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing inner & outer edges of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing inner & outer edges of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays, sill covers & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

Fail 20 Nov 2021 175,180 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing inner & outer edges of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing inner & outer edges of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays, sill covers & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 Nov 2020 163,221 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 Nov 2019 150,900 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 150,315 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected & Offside outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2018 136,936 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 126,467 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 126,251 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 112,121 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 97,414 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)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 81,146 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 66,634 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 51,210 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 51,210 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011
Pass 8 Dec 2010 26,281 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 19,889 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 14,002 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 10,790 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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HN54 SWV is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HN54 SWV, 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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HN54 SWV is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 3 December 2004.

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