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WG55 FVC

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

149,491 mi
Last recorded149,491 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG55 FVC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 149,491 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 149,473 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 139,444 miles

EML on

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 12 Jul 2017 139,444 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

EML on

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2016 131,751 miles

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

n/s driveshaft seal leaking

Fail 13 Jul 2016 131,751 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s driveshaft seal leaking

Pass 13 Jul 2015 119,264 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 109,142 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 109,142 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 24 May 2013 97,057 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 72,253 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 59,169 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 59,169 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 5 Nov 2009 41,806 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 41,806 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2008 25,607 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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WG55 FVC is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 WG55 FVC, 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 WG55 FVC registered?

WG55 FVC is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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