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SY55 TZE

2005 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

149,412 mi
Last recorded149,412 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY55 TZE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 149,412 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front (2.4.G.2)

near side front head lamp contaminated with water

Fail 8 Mar 2017 149,409 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Bonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front (2.4.G.2)

near side front head lamp contaminated with water

Pass 16 Mar 2016 146,833 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt minor cut (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured advise change bulb asap (1.4.A.2f)

items removed from direct view of driver

Pass 16 Apr 2015 141,025 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

internal bonnet release adrift

n/s/f seat belt stalk cover missing

Fail 15 Apr 2015 141,004 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

internal bonnet release adrift

n/s/f seat belt stalk cover missing

Pass 24 Apr 2014 134,533 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

bonnet release lever adrift

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

front brake discs rusty

n/s headlamp slightly condensated

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge and close to balding but legal at time of inspection recommend change tyre asap

unable to see front brake pads may be wearing thin recommend brake inspection

Pass 22 Apr 2013 19,650 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 19,646 miles

Front Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Rear passenger door pillar deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)

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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SY55 TZE is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 SY55 TZE, 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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SY55 TZE is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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