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SK55 ZCX

2005 Citroen C1

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

163,640 mi
Last recorded163,640 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Citroen C162,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK55 ZCX
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 163,640 miles

Both sides sill slightly corroded and damaged

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under body has slight corrosion

Fail 1 Nov 2024 163,635 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sills as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Floor in such a condition it is likely to cause load insecurity or instability Floor as marked (6.2.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both sides sill slightly corroded and damaged

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under body has slight corrosion

Pass 24 Nov 2023 159,007 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle is corroded borderline in places

Pass 23 Nov 2022 122,390 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear axel and mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 97,928 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides lower rubbers perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all appear to have been greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides lower perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both side perishing (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2021 97,928 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides lower rubbers perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all appear to have been greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides lower perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both side perishing (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 90,128 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 90,121 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill and wheel arch area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2019 82,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Sep 2019 82,433 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 76,605 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Middle section bracket corroded and broken but still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe coated in grease at rear joint to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe coated in grease at rear joint to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Sep 2018 76,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Middle section bracket corroded and broken but still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe coated in grease at rear joint to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe coated in grease at rear joint to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 71,389 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 68,073 miles

Rear Both wheel bearings noisy and slight roughness when turning.

Pass 29 Sep 2015 64,899 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Sep 2015 64,899 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2014 59,043 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 53,453 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 24 May 2013 53,453 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 50,866 miles

SLIGHT WINDSCREEN DAMAGE DUE TO WIPER BLADE SCORING

Pass 27 May 2011 50,517 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 44,383 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 36,848 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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SK55 ZCX is a 2005 Citroen C1 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 62,298 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SK55 ZCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SK55 ZCX is a 2005 Citroen C1, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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