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HW04 EAJ

2004 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

79,854 mi
Last recorded79,854 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW04 EAJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 79,854 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 73,264 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 73,264 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 69,569 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges

Offside Front tyre wearing on edges

engine oil leak

Fail 23 Feb 2017 69,569 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges

Offside Front tyre wearing on edges

engine oil leak

Pass 5 Feb 2016 63,828 miles

both suspension rear bump stops missing

Pass 12 Jan 2015 60,492 miles

both rear suspension bump stops missing

n/s rear wheel bearing noisey

windscreen delaminating

Pass 10 Feb 2014 57,354 miles

Front windscreen deteriorating but not obstructing drivers view.

O/S/R number plate lamp lens missing.

Pass 5 Feb 2013 53,557 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 47,642 miles

Oil leak

exhaust box outer skin starting to come away

Pass 8 Feb 2011 42,593 miles

offside and nearside rear tyres advanced perishing

Pass 12 Feb 2010 38,048 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 33,957 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front tyr has cut but no cords

rear offside no pl;ate lite has cover missing

Pass 2 Mar 2009 33,957 miles

nearside front tyr has cut but no cords

rear offside no pl;ate lite has cover missing

Pass 7 Mar 2008 30,119 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 23,910 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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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HW04 EAJ is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HW04 EAJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW04 EAJ registered?

HW04 EAJ is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 8 March 2004.

Is HW04 EAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW04 EAJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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