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FX05 ZSU

2005 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

68,614 mi
Last recorded68,614 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 ZSU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 68,614 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2017 68,614 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 64,314 miles

exhast silecer support strap broken due to corrosion ,silencer deterioated

offside front tyre devoid of tread in places on inner edge

Pass 29 Nov 2014 60,440 miles

silencer and bracket deterioated

Pass 2 Dec 2013 57,409 miles

exhaust system in poor condition

Fail 2 Dec 2013 57,396 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

exhaust system in poor condition

Pass 21 Nov 2012 51,640 miles

Front bumper insecure

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

rear exhaust section in poor condition

Fail 21 Nov 2012 51,635 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

rear exhaust section in poor condition

Pass 28 Nov 2011 46,002 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 46,002 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 42,279 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 42,279 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 28,184 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 9,387 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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FX05 ZSU is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 FX05 ZSU, 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 FX05 ZSU registered?

FX05 ZSU is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is FX05 ZSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 ZSU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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