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FD05 CJE

2005 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,537 mi
Last recorded47,537 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 CJE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 47,537 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 47,536 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 May 2016 43,965 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 39,264 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 34,480 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 May 2013 30,012 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 30,010 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2012 26,745 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 22,688 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 19,290 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 15,300 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 11,459 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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FD05 CJE is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FD05 CJE, 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 FD05 CJE registered?

FD05 CJE is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is FD05 CJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 CJE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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