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SO55 JVF

2005 Citroen C3

Beige Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,038 mi
Last recorded22,038 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO55 JVF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2015 22,038 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)

Oil leak

exhaust corroded and starting to deteriorate

Fail 30 Jan 2015 22,038 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

exhaust corroded and starting to deteriorate

Pass 15 Jan 2014 20,839 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 19,424 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 17,955 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 15,985 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 14,158 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 11,025 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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SO55 JVF is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Beige with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SO55 JVF, 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 SO55 JVF registered?

SO55 JVF is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is SO55 JVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO55 JVF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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