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VU65 VZN

2015 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,024 mi
Last recorded83,024 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2026
Typical for 2015 Citroen C339,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU65 VZN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2026 83,024 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2025 81,609 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

This vehicle has an outstanding recall . Contact citroen for information and to arrange a free repair .

Fail 18 Sep 2025 81,596 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

This vehicle has an outstanding recall . Contact citroen for information and to arrange a free repair .

Pass 20 Sep 2024 72,961 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2024 72,961 miles

Exhaust system insecure front and rear (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2023 63,624 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 54,932 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 54,932 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 46,964 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 38,364 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 35,064 miles

Rear both tyres perished

Pass 11 Aug 2018 25,669 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle

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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VU65 VZN is a 2015 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2015 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 39,385 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VU65 VZN, 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 11 years old, this Citroen C3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VU65 VZN registered?

VU65 VZN is a 2015 Citroen C3, first registered on 11 September 2015.

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