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SM05 YPL

2005 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,621 mi
Last recorded45,621 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 YPL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 45,621 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 45,046 miles

front suspention crossmember has surface corrotion

Pass 19 Jun 2017 44,448 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 43,567 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 43,567 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 42,085 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 40,008 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 37,080 miles

front brake discs pitted on inner surfaces

Pass 25 Jun 2012 32,307 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 32,304 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 28,947 miles

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

both front wipers split

nearside front brake disc corroded (inside face)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 24,210 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 18,131 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 18,129 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 13,006 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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SM05 YPL is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SM05 YPL, 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 SM05 YPL registered?

SM05 YPL is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is SM05 YPL safe to buy?

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