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MF55 FSO

2005 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

44,138 mi
Last recorded44,138 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 FSO
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 44,138 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 43,185 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 42,940 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 42,940 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 42,200 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured All. (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 40,294 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 37,490 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 37,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 35,368 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2018 32,017 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 29,530 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 24,033 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 23,014 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 22,097 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 21,137 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 20,089 miles

nearside and offside front tyres cracking slightly on outer side walls

Pass 10 Feb 2012 17,752 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 14,817 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 12,285 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 9,645 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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MF55 FSO is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MF55 FSO, 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 MF55 FSO registered?

MF55 FSO is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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