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LY05 VTM

2005 Citroen C15

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2016
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

143,383 mi
Last recorded143,383 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen C1564,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 VTM
MakeCitroen
ModelC15
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 143,383 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 139,139 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Jul 2014 139,139 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 133,378 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 133,378 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 121,655 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 121,655 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 116,002 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 4 Jul 2011 116,002 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 91,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 2 Jul 2010 91,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 64,517 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 64,517 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 2 Jul 2008 52,580 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 52,580 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C15?

Based on 153,086 MOT tests across 16,950 vehicles.

63.6%
Pass Rate
4,448
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
16,950
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,845
Side repeater not working 8,654
Headlamp aim too low 7,959
Stop lamp not working 7,678
Headlamp insecure 6,419
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LY05 VTM is a 2005 Citroen C15 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 64,820 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 C15 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,845 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY05 VTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C15 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen C15 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY05 VTM registered?

LY05 VTM is a 2005 Citroen C15, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is LY05 VTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 VTM shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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