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FH05 JDF

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,880 mi
Last recorded56,880 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 JDF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 56,880 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed seatbelt fluffing on edge (7.1.2 (b))

all rear underbody and outer floor rails corroding

both headlight lenses deteriorating

rear chassis corroding

Pass 24 Jul 2025 53,084 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 53,047 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 49,215 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2024 49,210 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 47,151 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 47,151 miles

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2022 45,303 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 43,634 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2020 42,013 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 42,013 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2019 40,499 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 38,913 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 38,913 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 37,292 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 35,620 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 35,620 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 33,483 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 30,720 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 28,192 miles

both front tyre walls in poor condition

rear silencer corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2012 25,356 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 25,341 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 21,710 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 17,680 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 13,727 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 10,076 miles

small nick n/s/f outer ytre wall

Fail 18 Jun 2008 9,670 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 9,670 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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FH05 JDF is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 FH05 JDF, 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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FH05 JDF is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 2 August 2005.

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