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SM05 VEB

2005 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

63,276 mi
Last recorded63,276 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 VEB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2016 63,276 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2015 56,703 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2015 56,703 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 50,598 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2014 50,598 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 28 Apr 2014 50,598 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 2 May 2013 43,143 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 38,825 miles

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

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2011 35,389 miles

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

nearside and offside rear rebound stops missing

Fail 30 Mar 2011 35,389 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

nearside and offside rear rebound stops missing

Pass 25 Mar 2010 31,911 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 27,401 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 21,695 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 21,695 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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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SM05 VEB is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SM05 VEB, 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 SM05 VEB registered?

SM05 VEB is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 May 2005.

Is SM05 VEB safe to buy?

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