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PE55 FVJ

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

71,885 mi
Last recorded71,885 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE55 FVJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 71,885 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 69,573 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 62,244 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear wiper blade deteriorated

Fail 26 Oct 2018 62,242 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 23 Oct 2017 54,225 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Oct 2016 50,053 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside front and both rears (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 41,876 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 33,573 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 26,767 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 26,767 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 24,527 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 21,272 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Nov 2011 21,272 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)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Nov 2010 17,567 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 13,238 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r tyre has damage on sisewall not exposing cords

Pass 21 Oct 2008 8,379 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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PE55 FVJ is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PE55 FVJ, 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

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What year was PE55 FVJ registered?

PE55 FVJ is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 9 November 2005.

Is PE55 FVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE55 FVJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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