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KU54 TVL

2004 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

81,997 mi
Last recorded81,997 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU54 TVL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 81,997 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2026 81,865 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

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

Pass 10 May 2025 74,380 miles

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

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged + non obligatory mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 10 May 2025 74,380 miles

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

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

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged + non obligatory mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 60,551 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 60,354 miles

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

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

poor pattern both front headlights

Pass 30 Sep 2021 60,215 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 60,073 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 60,065 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2019 59,888 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 59,790 miles

engine stabilizer rubber warn

Pass 15 Sep 2017 59,693 miles

near side rear number plate light dim

Fail 15 Sep 2017 59,693 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

near side rear number plate light dim

Pass 20 Sep 2016 59,500 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 59,234 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 57,219 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 57,219 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 51,447 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 47,434 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

offside front brake binding slightly

offside rear light lens taped up

Pass 29 Oct 2011 44,292 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 44,292 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 40,659 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 34,882 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 27,733 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2008 27,733 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 24,181 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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KU54 TVL is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 KU54 TVL, 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 KU54 TVL registered?

KU54 TVL is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is KU54 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU54 TVL shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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