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C3 PJV

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

47,057 mi
Last recorded47,057 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 PJV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 47,057 miles

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

front tyres cracking on tread and sidewalls

offside rear tyre cracking on tread and sidewalls

Fail 15 Jul 2015 47,057 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

front tyres cracking on tread and sidewalls

offside rear tyre cracking on tread and sidewalls

Pass 1 May 2014 44,946 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 42,043 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 42,043 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 36,691 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 31,490 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 26,123 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 30 Apr 2010 26,123 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 20,858 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 16,786 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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C3 PJV is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 C3 PJV, 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 C3 PJV registered?

C3 PJV is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is C3 PJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 PJV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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