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VN55 XWS

2005 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

58,089 mi
Last recorded58,089 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN55 XWS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 58,089 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 30 May 2023 58,089 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 52,682 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 51,409 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 50,246 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 48,632 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 46,802 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 44,889 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 42,971 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 42,971 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 May 2015 41,048 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 37,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/S/R tyre sidwalls showing signs of cracking

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 28 May 2014 37,785 miles

O/S/R tyre sidwalls showing signs of cracking

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 34,715 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 32,968 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 26,730 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 26,730 miles

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

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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VN55 XWS is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 VN55 XWS, 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 VN55 XWS registered?

VN55 XWS is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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