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LB55 PZX

2005 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

69,398 mi
Last recorded69,398 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 PZX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 69,398 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2025 69,398 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 68,264 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 67,113 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Nov 2022 65,933 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Nov 2021 63,485 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 63,485 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 61,975 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 60,758 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 57,329 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 53,744 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 48,884 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 44,612 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 40,101 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 35,128 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 31,075 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 Nov 2011 26,345 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 22,352 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 18,629 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Nov 2008 15,623 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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LB55 PZX is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LB55 PZX, 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 LB55 PZX registered?

LB55 PZX is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 December 2005.

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