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PE05 AOP

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

26,597 mi
Last recorded26,597 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE05 AOP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 26,597 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 25,949 miles

Rear wiper split

Fail 7 Jul 2022 25,949 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall has chunk missing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear wiper split

Pass 14 Jul 2021 25,311 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 25,311 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 24,584 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 24,584 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

OS wiper split on ends

Pass 16 Apr 2019 23,808 miles

Front brake pads low

Pass 12 Apr 2018 23,019 miles

Front brake pads look low

Pass 13 Apr 2017 22,281 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 21,244 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 21,244 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear wiper split

Pass 13 Apr 2015 19,999 miles

NS wiper split on end

OS wiper split on ends

Rear wiper split

Pass 9 Apr 2014 18,571 miles

Rear wiper split

Fail 9 Apr 2014 18,569 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear wiper split

Pass 22 Mar 2013 17,220 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 16,016 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 16,016 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 14,907 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s wiper split but clearing screen

Pass 22 Apr 2010 13,695 miles

o/s/f wiper blade to short, o/s/f wing repeater going white

Pass 27 Feb 2009 12,200 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 12,200 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 10,900 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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PE05 AOP is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 PE05 AOP, 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 PE05 AOP registered?

PE05 AOP is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is PE05 AOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE05 AOP shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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