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LY53 OAJ

2003 Citroen C2

Yellow Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

122,595 mi
Last recorded122,595 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen C259,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 OAJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2017 122,595 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake slightly binding

Pass 13 Sep 2016 112,470 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 112,470 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 110,931 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 109,161 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 107,134 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 104,347 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 104,347 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 98,168 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 95,589 miles

cut in offside front tyre \not showing cords./

Fail 9 Sep 2010 95,557 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

cut in offside front tyre \not showing cords./

Pass 28 Oct 2009 92,201 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear reg plate starting to deteriate

Fail 28 Oct 2009 92,201 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

rear reg plate starting to deteriate

Pass 6 Dec 2008 72,614 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 54,054 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 31,065 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 31,065 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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 OAJ is a 2003 Citroen C2 in Yellow with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OAJ, 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 LY53 OAJ registered?

LY53 OAJ is a 2003 Citroen C2, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is LY53 OAJ safe to buy?

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