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HV53 FTP

2003 Citroen C2

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

74,056 mi
Last recorded74,056 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Citroen C259,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 FTP
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 74,056 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 6 May 2025 67,068 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

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

Fail 5 May 2025 67,068 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 59,457 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Fail 18 Mar 2024 59,283 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 52,732 miles

Exhaust rear box corroded

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

Nearside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 52,478 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust rear box outer skin corroded/deteriorated

Nearside Front play in passenger seat

Nearside outer sill previous repair covered

Fail 3 Sep 2021 52,478 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Exhaust rear box outer skin corroded/deteriorated

Nearside Front play in passenger seat

Nearside outer sill previous repair covered

Pass 25 Nov 2019 50,912 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 50,912 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 48,487 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2017 47,268 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 47,268 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 45,318 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Nov 2016 45,318 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2015 41,749 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 39,424 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 36,265 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 33,059 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 30,760 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 28,286 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 25,670 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 22,940 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 20,984 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 18,850 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 18,850 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Citroen C2?

Based on 965,161 MOT tests across 61,057 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,516
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
61,057
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38,269
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,833
Registration plate lamp not working 22,386
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20,787
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15,873
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HV53 FTP is a 2003 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2003 Citroen C2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 59,560 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV53 FTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Citroen C2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HV53 FTP is a 2003 Citroen C2, first registered on 30 November 2003.

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