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LY05 ZNZ

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

29,962 mi
Last recorded29,962 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 ZNZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 29,962 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 29,216 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 27,768 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 26,662 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 25,829 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 25,159 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 24,732 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 24,732 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 24,017 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 23,078 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (ball joint ) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 23,078 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (ball joint ) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 22,285 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 21,583 miles

ALL FOUR TYRES CRACKING ON OUTER WALLS DUE TO AGE

Pass 16 Jul 2015 20,709 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 19,641 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 18,600 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 18,600 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 17,623 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 16,291 miles

advise front wipers split.

advise rear exhaust box corroded.

Fail 21 Jul 2011 16,291 miles

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

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

advise front wipers split.

advise rear exhaust box corroded.

Pass 29 Jul 2010 14,815 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 12,045 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 8,855 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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LY05 ZNZ is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LY05 ZNZ, 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 LY05 ZNZ registered?

LY05 ZNZ is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 July 2005.

Is LY05 ZNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 ZNZ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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