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RV55 OBD

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

151,701 mi
Last recorded151,701 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 OBD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2018 151,701 miles

n/s rear tyre close to limit

Pass 7 Nov 2017 144,940 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 144,934 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 141,004 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 140,743 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 134,009 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 127,165 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 126,992 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 120,166 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 7 Nov 2012 112,842 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 107,403 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 7 Nov 2011 107,403 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 97,723 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 82,286 miles

both rear bump stops missing

Pass 20 Aug 2008 71,912 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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RV55 OBD is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RV55 OBD, 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 RV55 OBD registered?

RV55 OBD is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is RV55 OBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 OBD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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