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FY55 EVT

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,977 mi
Last recorded55,977 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 EVT
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2022 55,977 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 55,970 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 55,964 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 53,508 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 53,508 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 50,830 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 49,030 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 47,181 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 47,180 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 45,378 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 43,548 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 41,085 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 38,742 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 35,641 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 35,238 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 14,545 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 30,930 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front and rear tyres are different sizes

removed centre rear seat belt trim to allow seat belt to operate and be checked

Fail 24 Sep 2008 30,930 miles

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

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front and rear tyres are different sizes

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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FY55 EVT is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 FY55 EVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY55 EVT?

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What year was FY55 EVT registered?

FY55 EVT is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is FY55 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 EVT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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