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LD55 XLN

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

94,934 mi
Last recorded94,934 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD55 XLN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2016 94,934 miles

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 15 Apr 2015 87,483 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 78,881 miles

off side headlamp condensated

Fail 14 Apr 2014 78,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

off side headlamp condensated

Fail 5 Apr 2013 70,004 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 70,004 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 61,916 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 61,916 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 54,335 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

Fail 24 May 2011 54,335 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 43,495 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

FRONT TYRES WEARING LOW

Fail 8 Mar 2010 43,495 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

FRONT TYRES WEARING LOW

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 28,715 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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LD55 XLN is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 LD55 XLN, 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 LD55 XLN registered?

LD55 XLN is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is LD55 XLN safe to buy?

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