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HK05 CVZ

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

53,534 mi
Last recorded53,534 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 CVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 53,534 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2026 53,534 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 52,993 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 52,341 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 51,618 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 50,798 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all disc have a film of rust . (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 May 2021 50,639 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 50,639 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2020 45,826 miles

front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 14 May 2019 43,996 miles

front tyres starting to wear inner edge

Pass 21 May 2018 42,690 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 24 May 2017 40,401 miles

rear silencer corroded and strap broken system still supported

Pass 19 May 2016 38,443 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 26 May 2015 36,156 miles

rear silencer corroded

Pass 28 May 2014 33,459 miles

rear silencer corroded

Fail 22 May 2013 29,578 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear silencer corroded

Pass 22 May 2013 29,578 miles

rear silencer corroded

Pass 31 May 2012 26,660 miles

rear silencer corroded

Pass 27 May 2011 24,657 miles

rear silencer corroded

rear tyres perishing/cracking

Fail 25 May 2011 24,657 miles

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

rear silencer corroded

rear tyres and o/s/f tyre perished and cracking

Pass 24 May 2010 22,014 miles

front and rear tyres starting to perish and crack

Pass 21 May 2009 19,567 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 16,314 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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HK05 CVZ is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HK05 CVZ, 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 HK05 CVZ registered?

HK05 CVZ is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is HK05 CVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK05 CVZ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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