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MT55 XTB

2005 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

31,206 mi
Last recorded31,206 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 XTB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 31,206 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 30,333 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all four tyres cracking and perished

both headlamps deteriorating

corrosion to brake and suspension components

Fail 29 Jul 2023 30,333 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

all four tyres cracking and perished

both headlamps deteriorating

corrosion to brake and suspension components

Pass 2 Aug 2022 29,409 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2022 29,409 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 28,337 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 27,898 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 27,097 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Apr 2018 25,979 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 24,614 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 22,673 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 21,883 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 19,997 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 18,411 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 16,185 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres cracks to sidewalls

nearside front tyre kerb damage

Pass 19 Oct 2011 14,085 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 11,500 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 9,210 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 6,964 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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MT55 XTB is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 MT55 XTB, 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 MT55 XTB registered?

MT55 XTB is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is MT55 XTB safe to buy?

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