2004 Citroen C3 1.4L Diesel · YT54 VCW
2004 Citroen C3 (1.4L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 165,817 miles. MOT expired on 13 Aug 2023.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C3
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Aug 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 165,817 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
YT54 VCW Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2022
- 165,817 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YT54 VCW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Citroen C3 (YT54 VCW) between August 2007 and August 2022.
The record contains 16 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 12 August 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (12 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)”; “Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)”.
YT54 VCW Mileage History
- 28/08/200761,456 mi
- 28/08/200761,456 mi
- 01/09/200877,481 mi+16,025 mi
- 05/09/200877,481 mi
- 03/09/200992,573 mi+15,092 mi
- 27/08/2010105,997 mi+13,424 mi
- 28/08/2010105,998 mi+1 mi
- 31/08/2011116,665 mi+10,667 mi
- 31/08/2011119,997 mi+3,332 mi
- 22/08/2012126,009 mi+6,012 mi
- 22/08/2012126,010 mi+1 mi
- 14/09/2013132,503 mi+6,493 mi
- 15/05/2014135,390 mi+2,887 mi
- 06/08/2015138,242 mi+2,852 mi
- 12/08/2016142,574 mi+4,332 mi
- 10/08/2017149,283 mi+6,709 mi
- 15/08/2018151,211 mi+1,928 mi
- 14/08/2019153,304 mi+2,093 mi
- 13/08/2020157,558 mi+4,254 mi
- 13/08/2021161,573 mi+4,015 mi
- 12/08/2022165,817 mi+4,244 mi
Average of roughly 6,977 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Citroën Citroën C3 (Mk1)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (YT54 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as YT54VCW.
DAIHATSU
CHARADE
SUBARU
IMPREZA
ISUZU
TROOPER
SUBARU
IMPREZA
ISUZU
TROOPER
SUBARU
FORESTER
SUBARU
FORESTER
SUBARU
OUTBACK
JEEP
CHEROKEE LIMITED CRD A
CHRYSLER-JEEP
CROSSFIRE
PEUGEOT
206
PEUGEOT
206
CITROEN C3 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2004 model year cars.
- 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
The 1.4-litre TU-series 8-valve petrol engine suffers from external oil weeping from the front-left corner of the cylinder head gasket (above the alternator). Over time, coolant and oil passages can cross-contaminate, causing overheating and mayonnaise-like emulsification under the oil filler cap.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.