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VU05 JTZ

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,206 mi
Last recorded19,206 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 JTZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2019 19,206 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 18,265 miles

Nearside Rear pearished

Offside Rear pearished

Fail 24 Sep 2018 18,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear pearished

Offside Rear pearished

Pass 25 Sep 2017 16,742 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 15,605 miles

nearside and offside front Tyres perished in tread area

nearside and offside rear Tyres perished in tread area

Fail 13 Sep 2016 15,605 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside and offside front Tyres perished in tread area

nearside and offside rear Tyres perished in tread area

Pass 10 Sep 2015 14,854 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 11,694 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 13,891 miles

nearside front wiper blade split on end

offside front seat belt frayed on edges

offside front wiper blade split on end

Fail 18 Sep 2013 13,891 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside front wiper blade split on end

offside front seat belt frayed on edges

offside front wiper blade split on end

Pass 26 Sep 2012 12,631 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 11,435 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 10,193 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre.

Pass 13 Aug 2009 8,603 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 6,521 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 6,521 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 JTZ is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JTZ, 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 JTZ registered?

VU05 JTZ is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is VU05 JTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 JTZ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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