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YL04 XVW

2004 Citroen C2

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2022
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

51,666 mi
Last recorded51,666 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Citroen C261,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL04 XVW
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 51,666 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner and outer edges of tread worn 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn approximately 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner and outer edges of tread worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2021 51,666 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner and outer edges of tread worn 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn approximately 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner and outer edges of tread worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 44,264 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 44,263 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Brake inadequately mounted Flexible hose (1.1.21 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspect noise on water pump

Fail 3 Jul 2019 44,258 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspect noise on water pump

Pass 17 Jul 2018 42,237 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 42,237 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 41,080 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 41,080 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 39,443 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 39,443 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported joint loose (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 36,992 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 34,898 miles

exhaust rear box very rusty

Pass 26 Jul 2013 32,199 miles

rear exhaust section very corroded

Fail 27 Jul 2012 29,430 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 29,430 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 28,610 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 24,776 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 20,913 miles

ADVISE ONLY near side rear bump stop missing

Pass 10 Jul 2008 16,209 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 16,064 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 12,301 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 23 Jul 2007 12,301 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

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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YL04 XVW is a 2004 Citroen C2 in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

Across all 2004 Citroen C2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 61,337 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 C2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YL04 XVW, 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 22 years old, this Citroen C2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL04 XVW registered?

YL04 XVW is a 2004 Citroen C2, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is YL04 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL04 XVW shows 23 tests with a 60.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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