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BD55 SDV

2005 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,943 mi
Last recorded44,943 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 SDV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2016 44,943 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 41,428 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced condensation (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 37,364 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 37,364 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 33,257 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 28,723 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 23,488 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 19,019 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 18,937 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 14,541 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 10,442 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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BD55 SDV is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BD55 SDV, 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 BD55 SDV registered?

BD55 SDV is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is BD55 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 SDV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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