2004 Citroen C3 1.4L Diesel · FV53 AHN
2004 Citroen C3 (1.4L, diesel). First registered 24 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 61,076 miles. MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C3
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 61,076 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FV53 AHN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/10/2026
- 61,076 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FV53 AHN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Citroen C3 (FV53 AHN) between October 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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 Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm o”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”.
FV53 AHN Mileage History
- 14/10/202458,239 mi
- 14/10/202458,239 mi
- 08/10/202558,717 mi+478 mi
- 20/10/202661,041 mi+2,324 mi
- 26/10/202661,076 mi+35 mi
Average of roughly 1,396 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën C3 (Mk1)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Front suspension coil spring fractureSerious
High salt corrosion and speed cushions on UK roads cause the front coil springs to fracture prematurely near the lower cup seat. In severe cases, the broken spring coil uncoils and punctures the front tyre, prompting DVSA safety recall R/2005/033 to fit protective catch plates.
- SensoDrive automated transmission actuator and software failureSerious
The optional SensoDrive automated manual transmission relies on electric actuators for clutch engagement and gear selection. Software glitches, wiring loom degradation and worn actuator motors lead to jerky gear shifting, failure to select reverse, or complete transmission lockout with a flashing snowflake symbol on the dashboard.
- 1.4 TU3 petrol cylinder head gasket oil leakageModerate
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