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YF05 BYM

2005 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

80,801 mi
Last recorded80,801 miles
Recorded on25 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF05 BYM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2020 80,801 miles

Both side front wiper slightly smearing.

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 14 May 2019 75,442 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 11 May 2018 70,385 miles

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 10 May 2017 66,555 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 66,116 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 56,051 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 50,792 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 50,792 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 May 2013 44,598 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 38,627 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2011 33,035 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 27,991 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 23,509 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 17,745 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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YF05 BYM is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YF05 BYM, 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.

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What year was YF05 BYM registered?

YF05 BYM is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 26 May 2005.

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