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RV05 XOS

2005 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

61,199 mi
Last recorded61,199 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 XOS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 61,199 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 61,189 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 56,818 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center silencer outer shin corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Inner and outer sills corroded, Not excessive at time of test.

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 56,098 miles

Center exhaust silencer outer skin corroded.

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

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

Nearside and offside rear of sills have corrosion.

Pass 8 Jul 2021 54,764 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 53,593 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 50,671 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 50,230 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 48,050 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 45,199 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 42,661 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 40,126 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 37,168 miles

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2013 33,942 miles

rear silencer rusty

Pass 22 Feb 2012 30,471 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 26,131 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 21,981 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 18,016 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 13,733 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 XOS is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 XOS, 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 XOS registered?

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

Is RV05 XOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 XOS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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