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YK05 VZM

2005 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

124,636 mi
Last recorded124,636 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 VZM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 124,636 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 124,610 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Jan 2018 123,141 miles

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

Front Oil leak ()

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

Fail 10 Dec 2017 123,048 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases multiple holes (7.1.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Oil leak ()

engine cover fitted, (loose)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 109,132 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 92,534 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

bonnet stay clip broken

both front tyres worn on edges,( no reserve)

brakes may need attention

Fail 21 Dec 2015 92,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

bonnet stay clip broken

both front tyres worn on edges,( no reserve)

brakes may need attention

Pass 11 Dec 2014 82,619 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 74,368 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 74,368 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 68,528 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 12 Dec 2012 68,519 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

near-side front tyre low pressure.

Pass 30 Nov 2011 65,105 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 58,654 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 51,055 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 43,239 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 39,828 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 39,826 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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YK05 VZM is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YK05 VZM, 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 YK05 VZM registered?

YK05 VZM is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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