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LG55 CEY

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

110,922 mi
Last recorded110,922 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 CEY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 110,922 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both cracking cutting off (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and edges perishing close to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 105,003 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 105,003 miles

Nearside Front Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Fail 20 Aug 2022 104,993 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 100,500 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Two nails in outer shoulder ()

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 94,302 miles

Nearside Front NSF WIPER STARTING TO JUDDER

Fail 20 Aug 2020 94,302 miles

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

Nearside Front NSF WIPER STARTING TO JUDDER

Pass 21 Aug 2019 87,913 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

all four tyres getting low

Fail 21 Aug 2019 87,913 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

all four tyres getting low

Pass 26 Jul 2018 77,744 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 72,675 miles

Nearside Front small cut in sidewall

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

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)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 69,567 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 66,550 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 64,532 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 59,441 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 55,476 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 50,732 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 43,512 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2010 43,512 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 35,070 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 35,070 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 26,933 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)

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 CEY is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LG55 CEY, 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 CEY registered?

LG55 CEY is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is LG55 CEY safe to buy?

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