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DY05 VVU

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,926 mi
Last recorded65,926 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 VVU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 65,926 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2025 62,970 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 53,881 miles

Rear exhaust box deteriorating

Fail 24 Oct 2024 53,879 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding and offside rear (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 23 Oct 2023 52,239 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 51,608 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 51,608 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2021 50,899 miles

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

nsr tyre side wall damage

Pass 2 Oct 2020 50,437 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 50,098 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 49,275 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nsr on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 48,834 miles

wear noted to nsr tyre side wall

Pass 17 Oct 2016 48,322 miles

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2015 47,705 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 46,866 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 45,891 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 44,277 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 42,534 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2010 40,610 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 40,610 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 35,669 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 May 2010 35,669 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 May 2009 27,320 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Apr 2008 16,257 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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DY05 VVU is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DY05 VVU, 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

How do I check the history of DY05 VVU?

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What year was DY05 VVU registered?

DY05 VVU is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is DY05 VVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY05 VVU shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY05 VVU have outstanding finance?

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