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CX54 FGU

2005 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,359 mi
Last recorded67,359 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX54 FGU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2021 67,359 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 67,359 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength inner to outer sill separated (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 62,585 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 62,585 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front brake hose is not secure

Pass 2 Aug 2019 16,594 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 16,592 miles

Central Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 14,840 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 53,535 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 53,527 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 48,923 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 6 Jul 2016 48,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall. (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 5 Jun 2015 42,087 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 35,975 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 29,688 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 22,796 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Jul 2011 17,847 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 12,638 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 12,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 11,910 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 10,530 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 8,426 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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CX54 FGU is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CX54 FGU, 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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CX54 FGU is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 16 February 2005.

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