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YK05 XHM

2005 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,034 mi
Last recorded59,034 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen C357,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 XHM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 10 Mar 2022 59,034 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 55,768 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

o/s/r tyre cracking

Fail 18 Aug 2020 55,768 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 19 Aug 2019 54,793 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2019 54,793 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 53,010 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 51,374 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 49,707 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 49,707 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Engine sump corroded and leaking.

Pass 17 Aug 2015 47,924 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 18 Aug 2014 45,246 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 40,782 miles

both front brake discs wearing thin and corroding

exhaust system corroding

Fail 19 Aug 2013 40,782 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both front brake discs wearing thin and corroding

exhaust system corroding

Pass 16 Aug 2012 36,168 miles

exhaust system corroding

Pass 6 Sep 2011 32,238 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 32,238 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 27,742 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 27,742 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 23,471 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 21,168 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 14,709 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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YK05 XHM is a 2005 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 XHM, 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 XHM registered?

YK05 XHM is a 2005 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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