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LX05 KTN

2005 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

68,217 mi
Last recorded68,217 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 KTN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 68,217 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 68,217 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2025 67,405 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 66,952 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 66,057 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 66,057 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 65,320 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 64,316 miles

Clutch pedal high.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 64,025 miles

Clutch pedal high.

Pass 4 Apr 2019 63,187 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Apr 2018 62,201 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 61,100 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 58,279 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 53,789 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 47,959 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 43,530 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 39,639 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 36,680 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 32,043 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 28,055 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 28,053 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 22,423 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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LX05 KTN is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LX05 KTN, 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 LX05 KTN registered?

LX05 KTN is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is LX05 KTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 KTN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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