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GP55 ZNG

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

113,715 mi
Last recorded113,715 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 ZNG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2014 113,715 miles

both front tyres are wearing low to the inner tread area

Fail 1 Dec 2014 113,715 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Catylist downpipe securing bracket is corrodded and broken.

both front tyres are wearing low to the inner tread area

Pass 13 Dec 2013 104,464 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 93,580 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 93,580 miles

Nearside 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)

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

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)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 83,020 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 83,020 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 72,020 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)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 59,966 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 59,966 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 46,200 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 46,200 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.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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GP55 ZNG is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 GP55 ZNG, 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

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What year was GP55 ZNG registered?

GP55 ZNG is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is GP55 ZNG safe to buy?

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