2003 Citroen C3 1.4L Petrol · YK53 VJC
2003 Citroen C3 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 69,940 miles. MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C3
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,940 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YK53 VJC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/12/2025
- 69,940 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YK53 VJC 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 2003 Citroen C3 (YK53 VJC) between December 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
YK53 VJC Mileage History
- 12/12/202366,017 mi
- 12/12/202366,017 mi
- 09/12/202468,032 mi+2,015 mi
- 09/12/202468,032 mi
- 10/12/202569,940 mi+1,908 mi
Average of roughly 1,965 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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