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NL05 WOD

2005 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2018
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

91,330 mi
Last recorded91,330 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL05 WOD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2017 91,330 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 91,328 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 15 Mar 2016 82,948 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

clutch slipping

oil leak engine

Fail 15 Mar 2016 82,948 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

clutch slipping

oil leak engine

Pass 9 Mar 2015 74,635 miles

rear wiper split

Fail 9 Mar 2015 74,635 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear wiper split

Pass 12 Mar 2014

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 6 Mar 2014 67,004 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 61,186 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 61,186 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 55,007 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 55,007 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 47,020 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Feb 2010 40,188 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bonnet release lever insecure

corossion to exhaust system joints

corossion to radiator

front brake pads 80% worn discs lipped

rear tyres 2mm tread depth

small dents and scratches to vehicle exterior

Pass 25 Feb 2010 40,188 miles

bonnet release lever insecure

corossion to exhaust system joints

corossion to radiator

front brake pads 80% worn discs lipped

rear tyres 2mm tread depth

small dents and scratches to vehicle exterior

Fail 27 Feb 2009 31,233 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 31,233 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 20,975 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 20,975 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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NL05 WOD is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

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 NL05 WOD, 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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NL05 WOD is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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