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LS05 LXO

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

48,847 mi
Last recorded48,847 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 LXO
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 48,847 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 32,593 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 22,624 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 22,441 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 22,177 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 22,177 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 21,298 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 20,802 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 20,236 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 20,136 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 19,931 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 19,013 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 14,549 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 13,671 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 12,824 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 12,593 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 11,259 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 8,648 miles

slight oil leak from sump area

Pass 14 May 2008 5,972 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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LS05 LXO is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LS05 LXO, 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 LS05 LXO registered?

LS05 LXO is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 14 May 2005.

Is LS05 LXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS05 LXO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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