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LY53 GUJ

2003 Citroen C2

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

50,810 mi
Last recorded50,810 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Citroen C259,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 GUJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2022 50,810 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside rear axle bump stop deteriorated

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

Fail 14 Nov 2022 50,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside rear axle bump stop deteriorated

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 50,682 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2021 50,681 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 45,490 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2020 45,490 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 41,161 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 33,728 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 31,709 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 31,598 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 30,882 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 30,882 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 30,049 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 28,293 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 27,447 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 26,021 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 26,021 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 24,754 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 24,099 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 22,697 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 17,558 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 10 Oct 2007 17,558 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 20,584 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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LY53 GUJ is a 2003 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 LY53 GUJ, 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.

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What year was LY53 GUJ registered?

LY53 GUJ is a 2003 Citroen C2, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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