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VU05 HVG

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,881 mi
Last recorded65,881 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 HVG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2018 65,881 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 61,259 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 57,533 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 53,468 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 48,803 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 44,485 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)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 40,104 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 34,681 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 28,526 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 16,511 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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VU05 HVG is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VU05 HVG, 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 VU05 HVG registered?

VU05 HVG is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is VU05 HVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 HVG shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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