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VE54 XHB

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

88,369 mi
Last recorded88,369 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 XHB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 88,369 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2019 82,999 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 78,028 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 78,028 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 73,934 miles

AGE SPLITS IN BOTH REAR TYRES

Pass 11 Oct 2016 69,827 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 69,827 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 63,920 miles

rear silencer outer skin corroded but not blowing

Fail 29 Jan 2016 63,920 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear silencer outer skin corroded but not blowing

Pass 4 Feb 2015 54,249 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 3 Feb 2015 54,249 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2014 51,295 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 47,299 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 10 Jan 2012 43,351 miles

1.Front wiper blades due for replacement.2.Front brake discs worn.3.Rear silencer corroded.

Pass 14 Jan 2011 37,647 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 30,878 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 25,028 miles

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

Front wiper blades split on ends

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 25,028 miles

Front wiper blades split on ends

Pass 26 Feb 2008 18,515 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 18,515 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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VE54 XHB is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VE54 XHB, 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 VE54 XHB registered?

VE54 XHB is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 February 2005.

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