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PJ55 FXT

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,712 mi
Last recorded75,712 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 FXT
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 75,712 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2026 75,712 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 75,148 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust insecure

Pass 1 Aug 2024 74,528 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 74,528 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 73,774 miles

temporary repair to exhaust back box hangars

Fail 1 Aug 2023 73,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

temporary repair to exhaust back box hangars

Pass 5 Aug 2022 72,942 miles

back box hanger broken

Pass 2 Aug 2021 71,587 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 71,587 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 70,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 68,404 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear exhaust hanger deteriorated

Pass 10 Aug 2018 65,911 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements brake lights will randomly take extra seconds to engage (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2018 65,886 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements brake lights will randomly take extra seconds to engage (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 63,318 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 61,380 miles

Back box corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2015 58,849 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 56,190 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 53,612 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 53,612 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 51,825 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 48,510 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 48,135 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 48,135 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 40,954 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2009 33,790 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2009 33,790 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2008 26,932 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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PJ55 FXT is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 PJ55 FXT, 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 PJ55 FXT registered?

PJ55 FXT is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 25 November 2005.

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