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VU05 PDK

2005 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

62,251 mi
Last recorded62,251 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 PDK
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 62,251 miles

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

underbody and components have age related corrosion

Pass 31 Jan 2025 61,037 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 59,811 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 57,809 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 57,809 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 54,567 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 52,679 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 52,679 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 50,814 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 46,406 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LOW ON EDGES. DAMAGE TO OUTER SIDEWALL. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 46,343 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

EXHAUST CORRODED

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LOW ON EDGES. DAMAGE TO OUTER SIDEWALL. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 40,310 miles

EML ON

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE HAS DAMAGE TO OUTER SIDEWALL.

Fail 22 Jan 2018 40,310 miles

EML ON

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE HAS DAMAGE TO OUTER SIDEWALL.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 36,119 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 32,707 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 32,702 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre. Side wall damaged/cut

Pass 11 Feb 2015 30,007 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Feb 2015 30,007 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 26,922 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 23,904 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 21,131 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 18,688 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 16,297 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 13,271 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 10,295 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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VU05 PDK is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 VU05 PDK, 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

How do I check the history of VU05 PDK?

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What year was VU05 PDK registered?

VU05 PDK is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is VU05 PDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 PDK shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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