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SV55 XDD

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

41,496 mi
Last recorded41,496 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 XDD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 41,496 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear tyre perished

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

Rear exhaust mounting strap corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2017 39,767 miles

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

both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 9 Nov 2016 38,176 miles

all tyres slightly perished and getting low on tread

Pass 11 Nov 2015 36,766 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 36,766 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 34,456 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 31,753 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 16,508 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 26,009 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

both front brake discs corroded

both rear tyres perishing on outer side wall

Pass 20 Oct 2010 21,981 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 17,452 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2008 13,217 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 13,217 miles

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

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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SV55 XDD is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SV55 XDD, 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 SV55 XDD registered?

SV55 XDD is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is SV55 XDD safe to buy?

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