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LV55 CBX

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,013 mi
Last recorded89,013 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 CBX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 89,013 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 78,435 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 69,663 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 69,627 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 60,840 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 56,885 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 54,900 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 53,473 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 50,148 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 46,747 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 46,747 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 41,624 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 36,395 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 36,395 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 30,734 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 30,734 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 26,944 miles

front brake discs partly corroded.

nearside rear tyre damaged on outer wall.

Pass 5 Oct 2010 21,767 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 17,749 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 12,683 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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LV55 CBX is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LV55 CBX, 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 LV55 CBX registered?

LV55 CBX is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is LV55 CBX safe to buy?

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