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SB05 SNJ

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

94,028 mi
Last recorded94,028 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 SNJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 94,028 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s+os (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective n/s+o/s front (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 91,473 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2025 91,472 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect n/s+o/s front (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp lens seriously defective n/s+o/s (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working n/s+o/s (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn n/s+o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 88,867 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))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s+o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 85,954 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2023 85,954 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect n/s+o/s (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp lens seriously defective n/s+o/s (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 83,221 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2022 83,221 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken n/s + o/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 80,691 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 80,691 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 78,553 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 75,565 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 70,470 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 67,823 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 65,304 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 62,954 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 60,123 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 60,123 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 55,312 miles

Both front discs are corroded.

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside bump stop missing.

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 19 Jul 2013 55,203 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Both front discs are corroded.

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside bump stop missing.

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 50,287 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 45,038 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 16 Jul 2011 45,038 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 37,837 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 31,676 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 25,551 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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SB05 SNJ is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 SB05 SNJ, 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 SB05 SNJ registered?

SB05 SNJ is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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