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AO55 EWU

2005 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,331 mi
Last recorded94,331 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 EWU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 94,331 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 90,095 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres slightly deteriorated

rear chassis slightly corroded

Pass 24 Feb 2014 84,954 miles

offside headlamp slightly condensated but not affecting beam image

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated along top edge

Pass 27 Feb 2013 78,022 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front exhaust mounting deteriorated

offside headlamp deteriorated/condensated

Pass 1 Feb 2012 72,351 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 64,671 miles

rear no plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 29 Sep 2009 53,846 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 53,846 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 39,392 miles

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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AO55 EWU is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 57,373 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AO55 EWU, 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 21 years old, this Citroen C3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO55 EWU registered?

AO55 EWU is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is AO55 EWU safe to buy?

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