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YB05 DLJ

2005 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

56,724 mi
Last recorded56,724 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 DLJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 56,724 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 46,427 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both Side (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 28 Jun 2025 46,427 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both Side (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 38,021 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2024 38,021 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 27,994 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 20,041 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 17,742 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 17,738 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2020 14,992 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 14,295 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 13,634 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 12,569 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 11,692 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 10,704 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 10,044 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 7,926 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 6,905 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 5,808 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 4,718 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 3,899 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 3,203 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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YB05 DLJ is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YB05 DLJ, 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 YB05 DLJ registered?

YB05 DLJ is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is YB05 DLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB05 DLJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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