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HW04 JPY

2004 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

58,547 mi
Last recorded58,547 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW04 JPY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Dec 2024 58,547 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both fronts flashing white (4.4.3 (a))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nsf rack boot inner clip missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) nsf rack internal bushing has excessive play (2.3 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play nsf has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

coolant level below minimum mark

reverse lights not working

wheel trims fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2023 52,449 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp Image Is Slightly Reduced/Poor, Due To The Lens Being Slightly Clouded/Fogged Up (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp Image Is Slightly Reduced/Poor, Due To The Lens Being Slightly Clouded/Fogged Up (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush Is Slightly Perished/Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Reverse Lamp(S) Inoperative

Fail 22 Nov 2023 52,432 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Dust Cover Is Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering Rack Gaiter Is Insecure, Requires Reclipping Back On (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Dust Cover Is Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp Image Is Slightly Reduced/Poor, Due To The Lens Being Slightly Clouded/Fogged Up (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp Image Is Slightly Reduced/Poor, Due To The Lens Being Slightly Clouded/Fogged Up (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush Is Slightly Perished/Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Reverse Lamp(S) Inoperative

Pass 30 Nov 2022 45,604 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 44,745 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 44,243 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 42,705 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 40,955 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 39,330 miles

Rear box mountings deteriorated

Pass 9 May 2016 37,188 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 34,971 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2014 32,801 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 30,066 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2013 30,066 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)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Apr 2012 28,406 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

cracking in tread of n/s front tyre

cracking in tread of o/s front tyre

Pass 19 Apr 2012 28,406 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

cracking in tread of n/s front tyre

cracking in tread of o/s front tyre

Pass 4 May 2011 26,924 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2010 25,097 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 22,275 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 20,191 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 16,034 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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HW04 JPY is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 JPY, 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 HW04 JPY registered?

HW04 JPY is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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