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RA05 EJX

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

33,203 mi
Last recorded33,203 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 EJX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2026 33,203 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 28,077 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2024 26,115 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 25,887 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Jun 2023 25,855 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 25,186 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 24,028 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 23,220 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 21,418 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 19,698 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 18,133 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 16,115 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 14,233 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 11,981 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 9,330 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 6,815 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 4,664 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 4,471 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 3,956 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 3,236 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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RA05 EJX is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 RA05 EJX, 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 RA05 EJX registered?

RA05 EJX is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is RA05 EJX safe to buy?

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