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MM53 DCO

2003 Citroen C2

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

70,246 mi
Last recorded70,246 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Citroen C259,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM53 DCO
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 70,246 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output front both (4.1.4 (b))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s rear, o/s rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 69,555 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s rear, o/s rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 68,802 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 67,564 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 66,298 miles

Nearside Some corrosion on outer sill covered with sealer

Offside Some corrosion on outer sill covered with sealer

Pass 23 Nov 2017 62,643 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2016 59,206 miles

engine oil level dipstick broken

front sub frame corroded

Fail 15 Nov 2016 59,160 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

front sub frame corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2015 55,813 miles

engine oil dip stick broken unable to read oil level

Fail 24 Nov 2015 55,782 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

engine oil level too high

Pass 13 Nov 2014 52,944 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 50,572 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 50,570 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 47,924 miles

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

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres are unevenly worn to edges

both rear bump stops missing

front brake discs are in a very bad condition (inner face)

oil dipstick broken

Pass 24 Nov 2011 44,418 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

alti belt worn

back box heavily corroded/crumbling

both front tyres are warn to inner edge

front discs are heavily corroded causing binding of brakes

injectors are leaking

o/s/r brakes binding

Fail 24 Nov 2011 44,418 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

alti belt worn

back box heavily corroded/crumbling

both front tyres are warn to inner edge

front discs are heavily corroded causing binding of brakes

injectors are leaking

o/s/r brakes binding

Pass 2 Dec 2010 39,631 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 33,967 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 28,033 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 22,798 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 17,000 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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MM53 DCO is a 2003 Citroen C2 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 MM53 DCO, 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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MM53 DCO is a 2003 Citroen C2, first registered on 27 December 2003.

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