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GL05 GMU

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

63,991 mi
Last recorded63,991 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 GMU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 63,991 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front caliper binding

Fail 28 Aug 2026 63,989 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front caliper binding

Pass 27 Aug 2025 61,029 miles

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides very corroded and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play quite bad (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged from being under inflated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 59,164 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 59,161 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 58,442 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

rear axle corroded.

Pass 30 Aug 2022 51,908 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + Damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracked, Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Aug 2022 51,908 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + Damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracked, Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 49,240 miles

Nearside Front coil spring is very close to the inner arch when jacked up its touching

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 48,533 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring worn rubbing on inner wheel arch (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2020 48,515 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring worn rubbing on inner wheel arch (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 46,087 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 42,697 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 42,697 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 40,007 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 40,007 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 37,158 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Jun 2014 34,306 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 34,306 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 31,041 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 27,589 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 21,072 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 17,683 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 15,618 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 13,101 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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GL05 GMU is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 GL05 GMU, 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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GL05 GMU is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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