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RX05 LYF

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

148,331 mi
Last recorded148,331 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 LYF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 148,331 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 140,846 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 133,636 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)

Fail 4 Aug 2015 133,633 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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 15 Jul 2014 130,751 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 116,942 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 116,942 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 101,748 miles

Rear exhaust in poor condition

Fail 25 Jul 2012 101,748 miles

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

Rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 2 Aug 2011 86,061 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 69,836 miles

O/F/F INNER TYRE EDGE WEAR

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 May 2009 54,238 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 54,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 34,441 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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RX05 LYF is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 RX05 LYF, 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 RX05 LYF registered?

RX05 LYF is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is RX05 LYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 LYF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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