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HK05 CWC

2005 Citroen C1

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

90,112 mi
Last recorded90,112 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C162,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 CWC
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 90,112 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 90,107 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 May 2025 87,571 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 87,569 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2024 84,985 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 81,932 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 79,634 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 77,483 miles
Fail 18 May 2021 77,483 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2020 76,777 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 74,778 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 74,776 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 71,258 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 66,261 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 66,261 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2016 63,121 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 58,418 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 53,375 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 48,171 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 41,797 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 36,089 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc's pitted.

Pass 19 May 2010 30,300 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 24,690 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 17,523 miles

1) BOTH FRONT TYRE TREADS GETTING LOW

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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HK05 CWC is a 2005 Citroen C1 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HK05 CWC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK05 CWC registered?

HK05 CWC is a 2005 Citroen C1, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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The MOT history for HK05 CWC shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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