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BG55 OTS

2005 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

83,905 mi
Last recorded83,905 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 OTS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2016 83,905 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 20 Dec 2016 83,905 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 4 Dec 2015 80,043 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 76,868 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 76,868 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

drivers sunblind not retained in fully upright position

Fail 30 Jan 2014 72,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 72,016 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2012 65,300 miles

Back box bracket rusted.

Fail 21 Dec 2011 59,006 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

N/s front anti-roll bar linkage has slight play detected, o/s rear shock absorber has slight damping effect. Front under chassis has cover(s) can not assess.

Pass 21 Dec 2011 59,006 miles

N/s front anti-roll bar linkage has slight play detected, o/s rear shock absorber has slight damping effect. Front under chassis has cover(s) can not assess.

Pass 28 Oct 2010 48,595 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 38,318 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 27,594 miles

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

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

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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BG55 OTS is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 BG55 OTS, 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 BG55 OTS registered?

BG55 OTS is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is BG55 OTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 OTS shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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