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FV55 LRF

2005 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

127,157 mi
Last recorded127,157 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 LRF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 127,157 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 118,302 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 107,843 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Dec 2016 107,843 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Dec 2015 98,277 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 88,351 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2014 88,351 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 76,725 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Dec 2012 67,162 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Nov 2011 56,904 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

winter tyres fitted to front axle and standard tyres fitted to rear axle

Pass 23 Nov 2011 56,904 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

winter tyres fitted to front axle and standard tyres fitted to rear axle

Fail 8 Dec 2010 43,898 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 43,898 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 30,046 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 19,922 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 19,922 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)

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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FV55 LRF is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FV55 LRF, 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 FV55 LRF registered?

FV55 LRF is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 21 December 2005.

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