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PF04 HRN

2004 Citroen C3

Beige Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2021
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

105,153 mi
Last recorded105,153 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF04 HRN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2020 105,153 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2020 105,151 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 104,526 miles

Nearside Front tyre has slight damage to side wall

Fail 7 Dec 2018 104,526 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre has slight damage to side wall

Pass 11 Jan 2017 99,849 miles

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

centre brake light inop

Fail 10 Jan 2017 99,848 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

centre brake light inop

Pass 21 Oct 2015 93,564 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 93,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 87,635 miles

sills covered

Fail 27 Oct 2014 87,635 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

sills covered

Fail 25 Nov 2013 80,889 miles

(1.1A.3d)The offside front position lamp illumination is deteriorating

(1.4A.2f)The nearside rear indicator colour is deteriorating

(1.4A.2f)The offside rear indicator colour is deteriorating

(2.3.6)The power steering drive belt is deteriorating

(2.4G.2)The nearside front lower suspension arm bush is slightly deteriorated,but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination

(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension arm bush is slightly deteriorated,but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination

(3.7A.6b)The calculated park brake imbalance across axle (2) has been recorded at 30%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.28mm (1908)

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate top margin is slightly dirty

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer is deteriorating,but not resulting in a leak at the time of examination

(8.3.1e)The interior mirror has an additional mirror fitted directly underneath,not seriously affecting the view

(8.4.2)The bonnet release lever is insecure/detached

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 25 Nov 2013 80,889 miles

(1.1A.3d)The offside front position lamp illumination is deteriorating

(1.4A.2f)The nearside rear indicator colour is deteriorating

(1.4A.2f)The offside rear indicator colour is deteriorating

(2.3.6)The power steering drive belt is deteriorating

(2.4G.2)The nearside front lower suspension arm bush is slightly deteriorated,but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination

(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension arm bush is slightly deteriorated,but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination

(3.7A.6b)The calculated park brake imbalance across axle (2) has been recorded at 30%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.28mm (1908)

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate top margin is slightly dirty

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer is deteriorating,but not resulting in a leak at the time of examination

(8.3.1e)The interior mirror has an additional mirror fitted directly underneath,not seriously affecting the view

(8.4.2)The bonnet release lever is insecure/detached

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 16 Oct 2012 73,262 miles

(1.1C.1e)The offside rear number plate lamp illumination is deteriorating

(1.4A.2f)All other indicators colours are deteriorating

(2.4G.2)The nearside front suspension anti-roll bar linkage ball joints are slightly worn

(2d)The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency advise that your vehicle must have all personal effects removed from the vehicle before presenting for a test, i.e. pet cages.

(3.6G.2b)The brake reservoir fluid level has been over filled.

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.55mm

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer case is deteriorating

(8.3.1e)The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency recommend that items secured to the interior mirror,or windscreen swept area that could obscure the view of the road should not be fitted.

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 16 Oct 2012 73,262 miles

(1.1C.1e)The offside rear number plate lamp illumination is deteriorating

(1.4A.2f)All other indicators colours are deteriorating

(2.4G.2)The nearside front suspension anti-roll bar linkage ball joints are slightly worn

(2d)The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency advise that your vehicle must have all personal effects removed from the vehicle before presenting for a test, i.e. pet cages.

(3.6G.2b)The brake reservoir fluid level has been over filled.

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.55mm

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer case is deteriorating

(8.3.1e)The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency recommend that items secured to the interior mirror,or windscreen swept area that could obscure the view of the road should not be fitted.

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 20 Sep 2011 63,365 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 53,105 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 53,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 42,394 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 29,075 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 21,805 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 21,805 miles

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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PF04 HRN is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Beige with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 PF04 HRN, 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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PF04 HRN is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 14 May 2004.

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