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PL05 LPU

2005 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

43,976 mi
Last recorded43,976 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 LPU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 43,976 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2025 40,353 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2025 40,353 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 37,066 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 33,004 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 28,873 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 24,190 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 20,425 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 20,425 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed Shoulder -- cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Wiper splitting

Pass 3 Jun 2019 16,017 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 15,816 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 15,816 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 14,889 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 13,875 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 12,820 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 12,820 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 11,880 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 10,821 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 9,783 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 8,516 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 7,290 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 6,010 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 4,705 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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PL05 LPU is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Blue 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 PL05 LPU, 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 PL05 LPU registered?

PL05 LPU is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is PL05 LPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL05 LPU 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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