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LD55 PJY

2005 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,704 mi
Last recorded49,704 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD55 PJY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2025 49,704 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2024 38,726 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 29,165 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 3 Feb 2023 29,165 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 17,831 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 17,750 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 17,677 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 17,852 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 17,396 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 16,848 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 16,314 miles

Nearside Wiper partly torn

Offside Wiper blade just starting to smear screen

Three out of four tyres showing signs of tyre wall deterioration.

Pass 19 Sep 2014 15,396 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 14,499 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 13,498 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 12,635 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 11,931 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 10,916 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wheel trims fitted to vehicle

Pass 18 Sep 2008 8,669 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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LD55 PJY is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LD55 PJY, 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 LD55 PJY registered?

LD55 PJY is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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The MOT history for LD55 PJY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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