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SY55 NYN

2005 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,387 mi
Last recorded47,387 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY55 NYN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 47,387 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both trailing arm(axle) bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 39,560 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 39,560 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front wiper blades torn at edges

Pass 15 Aug 2017 35,661 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 34,874 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2015 34,372 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 27 Aug 2014 33,443 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 33,443 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 33,018 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2012 32,507 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2012 32,507 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 31,500 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2010 30,119 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Aug 2009 26,605 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 22,337 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 22,337 miles

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

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

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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SY55 NYN is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SY55 NYN, 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 SY55 NYN registered?

SY55 NYN is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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