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KS05 PFV

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,134 mi
Last recorded94,134 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 PFV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2013 94,134 miles

Front bumper insecure

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres scrubbing inner edges

n/s/r suspension bump stop missing

n/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy when rotated

Fail 15 Jul 2013 94,108 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Front bumper insecure

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres scrubbing inner edges

n/s/r suspension bump stop missing

n/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy when rotated

Pass 11 May 2012 86,860 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)

Fail 11 May 2012 86,860 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre close to the legal limit & wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Nov 2010 71,975 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 61,059 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 47,869 miles

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

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

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

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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KS05 PFV is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KS05 PFV, 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 KS05 PFV?

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What year was KS05 PFV registered?

KS05 PFV is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is KS05 PFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 PFV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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