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LD53 OWJ

2003 Citroen C2

Purple Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,826 mi
Last recorded52,826 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Citroen C259,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 OWJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 52,826 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 47,824 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 40,449 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 33,723 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 27,092 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2016 27,092 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 19,334 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 14,016 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 14,008 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fail 20 Nov 2013 13,552 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 13,552 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 13,096 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 11,915 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 11,915 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

nearside front and offside rear tyres starting to crack on outer walls,

Pass 29 Nov 2010 11,072 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 9,950 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2009 9,950 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 6,128 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 7,578 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 62,414 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 62,414 miles

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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LD53 OWJ is a 2003 Citroen C2 in Purple with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LD53 OWJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LD53 OWJ registered?

LD53 OWJ is a 2003 Citroen C2, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is LD53 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD53 OWJ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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