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NV55 XXN

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

29,913 mi
Last recorded29,913 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV55 XXN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2021 29,913 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Sep 2021 29,911 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 25,118 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 25,101 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 20,327 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 19,895 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 19,404 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 17,678 miles

Engine oil sump corroded and weeping.

Forward exhaust support bracket detatched.

Pass 11 Sep 2015 15,825 miles

Engine oil sump corroded and leaking.

Front Forward exhaust support bracket detatched.

Pass 12 Sep 2014 13,171 miles

Exhaust down pipe support bracket detatched.

Fail 12 Sep 2014 13,171 miles

Exhaust down pipe support bracket detatched.

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 11,481 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 13,286 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 8,870 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 6,452 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 5,374 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 4,049 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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NV55 XXN 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 82.4%.

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 NV55 XXN, 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 NV55 XXN registered?

NV55 XXN is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is NV55 XXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV55 XXN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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