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PE55 SVL

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

101,458 mi
Last recorded101,458 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE55 SVL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2018 101,458 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 94,037 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 90,238 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres cracking.

Fail 19 Aug 2016 90,238 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres cracking.

Pass 14 Aug 2015 81,215 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 71,458 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 61,125 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 52,437 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 45,490 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 45,490 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 40,233 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 36,412 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 31,815 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 SVL is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 SVL, 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 PE55 SVL registered?

PE55 SVL is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 22 October 2005.

Is PE55 SVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE55 SVL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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