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VU55 PYG

2005 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,202 mi
Last recorded84,202 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU55 PYG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 84,202 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust and bracket deteriorated

engine management light on

Pass 18 Sep 2014 77,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside front tyre inner side wall cut

oil and coolant levels low

Fail 18 Sep 2014 77,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside front tyre inner side wall cut

oil and coolant levels low

Pass 23 Sep 2013 69,845 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn on edges

exhaust back box corroded

radiator leaking

Pass 2 Oct 2012 59,640 miles

Both rear wheel bearings slight noise

Exhaust back box corroded outer layer

Pass 30 Sep 2011 49,665 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 49,665 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 41,298 miles

both windscreen wipers split

Pass 25 Sep 2009 34,193 miles

N/S wiper deteriorated (SPLIT)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 26,312 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 26,312 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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VU55 PYG is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VU55 PYG, 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 VU55 PYG registered?

VU55 PYG is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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The MOT history for VU55 PYG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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