CarVerify

Free Car Check

SH04 UUM

2004 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

115,968 mi
Last recorded115,968 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Citroen C358,776 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH04 UUM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 115,968 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Oil leak ()

battery loose

windscreen slightly scratched

Fail 29 May 2017 115,964 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive approx 14times higher than max limit (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive approx 8times higher than max limit (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

O,B,D Warning light on

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

battery loose

engine oil looks low

larger sized tyres fitted across front axle,smaller sized tyres fitted across rear axle

offside rear light unit holding water and slightly misted

windscreen slightly scratched

Pass 18 Jan 2016 102,459 miles

Nearside Rear Light cluster damaged.

Pass 14 Jun 2014 79,719 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 79,719 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 May 2013 70,309 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2013 70,309 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 61,384 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear silencer deteriorated , outer skin

Fail 5 Mar 2012 61,384 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear silencer deteriorated , outer skin

Pass 5 Apr 2011 56,994 miles

both front brake discs are worn

cuts in nearside front outer tyre wall

Fail 4 Apr 2011 56,994 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

both front brake discs are worn

cuts in nearside front outer tyre wall

Pass 31 Mar 2010 50,840 miles

n/s/f tyre cut on side wall but no cords showing

Pass 24 Apr 2009 46,979 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 45,840 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 45,840 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 19,273 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
Full Citroen C3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SH04 UUM is a 2004 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SH04 UUM, 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

How do I check the history of SH04 UUM?

You can check the full history of SH04 UUM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SH04 UUM registered?

SH04 UUM is a 2004 Citroen C3, first registered on 7 May 2004.

Is SH04 UUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH04 UUM shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH04 UUM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SH04 UUM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.