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AB54 SDB

2017 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,132 mi
Last recorded52,132 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Citroen C336,600 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB54 SDB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 52,132 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 47,122 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 43,272 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Front hanger broken but still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Dec 2023 43,272 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Buckle doesnt clip into stalk (7.1.2 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective Front hanger broken but still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 39,677 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 39,677 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 34,842 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 29,603 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak at sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020

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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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AB54 SDB is a 2017 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 36,600 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AB54 SDB, 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 9 years old, this Citroen C3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB54 SDB registered?

AB54 SDB is a 2017 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 July 2017.

Is AB54 SDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB54 SDB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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