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MV05 JVW

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

28,956 mi
Last recorded28,956 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 JVW
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 28,956 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 28,751 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH SIDES (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 27,741 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 26,736 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Feb 2023 26,736 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases SILENCER CORRODED HOLE (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 25,533 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 24,635 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 23,951 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 22,229 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 20,353 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 20,352 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 18,603 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 16,933 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 14,204 miles

exhaust corroding,not blowing at present.

Pass 13 May 2014 12,641 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 10,784 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 8,854 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 7,164 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 6,119 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 5,021 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 3,987 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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MV05 JVW is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MV05 JVW, 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 MV05 JVW registered?

MV05 JVW is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is MV05 JVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 JVW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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