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VE55 ZVC

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

67,437 mi
Last recorded67,437 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 ZVC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Nov 2017 67,437 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel bearing feels slightly rough when rotated

Rear exhaust silencer bracket missing

Pass 17 Nov 2016 62,655 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 ()

Fail 16 Nov 2016 62,637 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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 ()

Pass 25 Nov 2015 56,919 miles

Exhaust silencer bracket broken

Nearside wiper juddering

Fail 25 Nov 2015 56,919 miles

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

Exhaust silencer bracket broken

Nearside wiper juddering

Pass 25 Nov 2014 51,094 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 45,052 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 38,537 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 38,537 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 32,053 miles

both front tyres has weather cracks

Pass 19 Nov 2010 27,359 miles

Front tyres perishing (cracking)

Rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 13 Nov 2009 19,939 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 14,685 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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VE55 ZVC is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VE55 ZVC, 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 VE55 ZVC registered?

VE55 ZVC is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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The MOT history for VE55 ZVC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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