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LY54 DXC

2004 Citroen C3

Purple Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests25 (13 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate52%

Mileage

73,114 mi
Last recorded73,114 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY54 DXC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 12 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 73,114 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 73,114 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 68,998 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Nov 2019 68,998 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 64,707 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2018 64,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 60,245 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 60,245 miles

Stop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 55,729 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 51,107 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2015 51,107 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Fail 10 Oct 2014 46,141 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 46,141 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 40,122 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 30 May 2013 40,114 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front headlamp aim not tested

Pass 26 May 2012 35,320 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 35,320 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 26 May 2011 30,133 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 May 2011 30,133 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 24,596 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 24,596 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2009 19,824 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 19,824 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 13,909 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 13,909 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LY54 DXC is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Purple with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52%.

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

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 LY54 DXC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY54 DXC registered?

LY54 DXC is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is LY54 DXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY54 DXC shows 25 tests with a 52% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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