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HV53 HMZ

2004 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,547 mi
Last recorded127,547 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 HMZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 127,547 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 127,534 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Dec 2020 123,912 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 116,135 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 111,484 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 105,773 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 101,345 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 97,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 92,728 miles

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

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

front nearside tyre inner edge worn

front offside headlamp lens condensation in glass

Pass 13 Dec 2013 86,391 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2013 86,391 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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 11 Dec 2012 80,290 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 72,750 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 64,982 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 57,123 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 48,328 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 37,012 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 22,758 miles

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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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HV53 HMZ is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 HV53 HMZ, 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 HV53 HMZ registered?

HV53 HMZ is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 26 January 2004.

Is HV53 HMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV53 HMZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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