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GJ55 FRV

2005 Citroen C1

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

69,711 mi
Last recorded69,711 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen C162,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 FRV
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2019 69,711 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 69,709 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2018 65,568 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 65,568 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 60,887 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 60,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 50,975 miles

both front headlamp lenses starting to deteriorate.

Fail 25 Nov 2016 50,975 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both front headlamp lenses starting to deteriorate.

Pass 20 Nov 2015 30,546 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 30,546 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 21,131 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 19,870 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 19,870 miles

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

nsf brakedisc inner face corroding

Pass 14 Dec 2012 18,985 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 17,987 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 16,876 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 15,993 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 15,993 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 14,800 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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GJ55 FRV is a 2005 Citroen C1 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 62,298 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 C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ55 FRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GJ55 FRV registered?

GJ55 FRV is a 2005 Citroen C1, first registered on 8 December 2005.

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