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LG55 CBY

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

43,942 mi
Last recorded43,942 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 CBY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2018 43,942 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2018 43,942 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 43,381 miles

TAILGATE CANNOT BE OPENED

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

Fail 10 Nov 2017 43,381 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

TAILGATE CANNOT BE OPENED

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 40,573 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 39,048 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside front tyre is wearing on the edges. will need replacing soon

offside front tyre wearing on the inner edge+been driven flat, needs replacing.

Pass 15 Apr 2013 35,343 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 35,343 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 30,039 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 30,039 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 25,498 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 18,636 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 16,276 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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LG55 CBY 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 69.2%.

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 LG55 CBY, 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.

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What year was LG55 CBY registered?

LG55 CBY is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LG55 CBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 CBY shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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