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OV55 JEU

2005 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,682 mi
Last recorded65,682 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 JEU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 65,682 miles

Body damage to both sides an trims missing

Stone damage to windscreen

Fail 3 May 2018 65,681 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Body damage to both sides an trims missing

Stone damage to windscreen

Pass 2 May 2017 56,531 miles

Both front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 4 May 2016 51,395 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 51,394 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 50,712 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 47,218 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 42,613 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 38,095 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 38,095 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 23 Feb 2010 31,529 miles

Engine oil leak.

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 31,529 miles

Engine oil leak.

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 28,904 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 21,506 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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OV55 JEU is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OV55 JEU, 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 OV55 JEU registered?

OV55 JEU is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is OV55 JEU safe to buy?

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