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LX55 YUU

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

63,540 mi
Last recorded63,540 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 YUU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 63,540 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 63,540 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 55,251 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 55,251 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 46,958 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 39,141 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 39,141 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2012 30,260 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 25,529 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 22,134 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 22,134 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 17 Aug 2009 17,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 17,343 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 13,195 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 13,195 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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LX55 YUU is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LX55 YUU, 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 LX55 YUU registered?

LX55 YUU is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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