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MA54 HMU

2004 Citroen C3

Purple Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

69,833 mi
Last recorded69,833 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA54 HMU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 69,833 miles

Oil leak ()

all four tyres worn close to the legal limit

engine misfiring under load and also smoking (white)

exhaust backbox deteriorated

Fail 2 Sep 2017 69,814 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Oil leak ()

all four tyres worn close to the legal limit

exhaust backbox deteriorated

Pass 21 Jun 2016 63,543 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 63,543 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 25 Jun 2015 59,635 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

slight blow on rear silencer

Pass 25 Jun 2015 59,635 miles

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

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

slight blow on rear silencer

Pass 2 Jun 2014 54,726 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 49,990 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 46,976 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 46,223 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 46,223 miles

front discs wearing,h/brake warning light on speedo in op,fan kept run nin g,suspect electrical fault.

Pass 27 Oct 2007 39,027 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 38,455 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MA54 HMU is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Purple with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MA54 HMU, 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 MA54 HMU registered?

MA54 HMU is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 September 2004.

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