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RV05 MXS

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

75,069 mi
Last recorded75,069 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 MXS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 75,069 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2022 75,069 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 73,636 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust very corroded, rear silencer outer skin hanging off

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2021 73,636 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust very corroded, rear silencer outer skin hanging off

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 71,518 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2020 71,518 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2020 69,615 miles

Rear exhaust box rusty

Rear exhaust bracket rusty

Pass 16 Jan 2019 65,102 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2018 59,651 miles

rear and centre exhaust system rusting

Pass 7 Jan 2017 55,252 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

tested in wet plastic cover fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2016 51,239 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

bonnet stay clip brocken

rear exhaust box rusty

Pass 30 Dec 2014 46,636 miles

rear exhaust rusty

Pass 7 Jan 2014 41,317 miles

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

rear exhaust rusty

Pass 18 Jan 2013 35,480 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 28,245 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 22,500 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 18,753 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2009 14,904 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 10,935 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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RV05 MXS is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RV05 MXS, 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 RV05 MXS registered?

RV05 MXS is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RV05 MXS safe to buy?

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