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BG55 XFC

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

91,736 mi
Last recorded91,736 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 XFC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2015 91,736 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 91,735 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 88,554 miles

Nearside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Offside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 82,813 miles

Oil leak

Rear exhaust silencer fair condition

Fail 30 Jan 2013 82,813 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Rear exhaust silencer fair condition

Pass 1 Feb 2012 69,044 miles

Rear exhaust silencer fair condition

Fail 1 Feb 2012 69,044 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear exhaust silencer fair condition

Pass 1 Feb 2011 58,688 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 47,708 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/s rear wheel does not spin freely

Fail 27 Jan 2010 47,708 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

N/s rear wheel does not spin freely

Pass 3 Feb 2009 35,813 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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BG55 XFC is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 XFC, 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 XFC registered?

BG55 XFC is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is BG55 XFC safe to buy?

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