CarVerify

Free Car Check

NC54 CVR

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

114,012 mi
Last recorded114,012 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC54 CVR
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2018 114,012 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 110,775 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 104,016 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 95,068 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 28 Jul 2015 95,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Aug 2014 86,557 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Aug 2014 86,557 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2013 77,777 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Aug 2013 77,777 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2012 65,070 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 6 Feb 2012 65,064 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 51,125 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 37,299 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 37,293 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 24,729 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 14,330 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Feb 2008 14,330 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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
Full Citroen C3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NC54 CVR is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NC54 CVR, 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

How do I check the history of NC54 CVR?

You can check the full history of NC54 CVR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NC54 CVR registered?

NC54 CVR is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 10 January 2005.

Is NC54 CVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC54 CVR shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NC54 CVR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NC54 CVR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.