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LV05 DXM

2005 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

42,868 mi
Last recorded42,868 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 DXM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2020 42,868 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 42,206 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 41,110 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 40,156 miles

Front bumper insecure

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front wiper worn

Fail 27 Sep 2016 40,156 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front wiper worn

Pass 23 Sep 2015 38,830 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 36,840 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 36,840 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 32,783 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 28,295 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 28,295 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 25,001 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 25,001 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 19,203 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 18,896 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 16,037 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 12,473 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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LV05 DXM is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 LV05 DXM, 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 LV05 DXM registered?

LV05 DXM is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is LV05 DXM safe to buy?

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