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VK05 ZZJ

2005 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

91,986 mi
Last recorded91,986 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 ZZJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 91,986 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2018 91,986 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 87,323 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both rear shock absorbers slightly weak

exhaust corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2016 83,204 miles

EML on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

exhaust tail box corroded

parking brake only met efficiency the system may require adjust or repair

Pass 28 Aug 2015 76,893 miles

Exhaust back box corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2014 66,303 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2014 66,303 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 55,143 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)

Fail 28 Jun 2012 44,983 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 44,983 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 35,567 miles

Offside Front 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 Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 Jun 2011 35,567 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 27,632 miles

BOTH WIPERS SPLIT

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 15 Jun 2010 27,632 miles

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

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

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

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

BOTH WIPERS SPLIT

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 19,799 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

light scratches to windscreen

Fail 2 Apr 2009 19,798 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

light scratches to windscreen

Pass 20 Mar 2008 14,755 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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VK05 ZZJ is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 VK05 ZZJ, 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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What year was VK05 ZZJ registered?

VK05 ZZJ is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 April 2005.

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