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YP52 VJM

2002 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,736 mi
Last recorded101,736 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 Citroen C368,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP52 VJM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2019 101,736 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 101,736 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 88,528 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 88,528 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2017 76,438 miles

Nearside Front sidewall starting to perish

Pass 8 Nov 2016 68,435 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 59,665 miles

childseat fitted not allowing full inspection of an adult seatbelt

rear exhaust casing corroded

rust lip on front brake discs

Pass 9 Jun 2014 46,169 miles

battery loose in tray

rear exhaust corroded

slight oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2013 40,246 miles

near side wiper blade starting to perish

Fail 4 Jun 2013 40,246 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

near side wiper blade starting to perish

Pass 30 May 2012 31,168 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 25,990 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 25,990 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 25,305 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 23,253 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2009 23,253 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 20,666 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 18,198 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 15,772 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 12,888 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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YP52 VJM is a 2002 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 68,158 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YP52 VJM, 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 24 years old, this Citroen C3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YP52 VJM registered?

YP52 VJM is a 2002 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 October 2002.

Is YP52 VJM safe to buy?

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