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2003 Citroen C3 1.4L Diesel · DV03 ACY

DV03 ACY

2003 Citroen C3 (1.4L, diesel). First registered 21 May 2003. Recorded mileage 154,981 miles. MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023.

Make & Model
CITROEN C3
Year / Origin
2003 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 31 Jan 2023
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
154,981 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 31 Jan 2023
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2003
Engine
1398cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the latest available MOT data. The most recent test conducted on 25 January 2022 at 154,981 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. This followed a failure just four days prior at 154,975 miles which also listed no defects, suggesting a potential administrative error or a minor sensor issue that was rectified immediately. Since the clean-sheet pass in early 2022, the vehicle has maintained a consistent standard without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. Between January 2019 and January 2022, the car covered 6,017 miles, showing steady and low-intensity usage. However, there is a significant gap in the records as the last recorded test occurred over four years ago. Given that the current date is June 2026, the vehicle has gone without an official inspection for an extended period. This lack of recent data creates uncertainty regarding the current state of the mechanical components, particularly concerning the degradation of rubber parts and the accumulation of surface corrosion. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the areas that have not been tested in recent years. Given the vehicle's age, priority should be placed on checking the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arches where rust typically begins to manifest. You should also inspect the suspension bushes for cracking and check the brake calipers for seizing, as long periods of inactivity often cause binding issues. Since the mileage is low but the age is high, verifying the condition of the tyres and hoses is essential to ensure the vehicle remains safe for road use despite its clean historical history.

DV03 ACY Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/01/2022
  • 154,981 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
35
/ 100 · Poor
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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DV03 ACY Mileage History

  1. 21/01/2022154,975 mi
  2. 25/01/2022154,981 mi+6 mi

Average of roughly 543 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

DV03 ACY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Sept 2026, 15:27
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Citroen C3 (DV03 ACY) between January 2022 and January 2022.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 January 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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