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YL05 RVU

2005 Citroen C1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

17,095 mi
Last recorded17,095 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen C162,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL05 RVU
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 17,095 miles

Front Anti-Roll bar drop link bushes worn / perished (Both sides)

Pass 6 Aug 2024 16,600 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 15,964 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 15,430 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 14,919 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 14,587 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 14,109 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 13,582 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 12,946 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 12,291 miles

Offside Front tyre cracking

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 24 Aug 2015 11,439 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 10,993 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 10,993 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 10,600 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 9,675 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 9,007 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 8,333 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 7,237 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 5,587 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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YL05 RVU is a 2005 Citroen C1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 62,298 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YL05 RVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL05 RVU registered?

YL05 RVU is a 2005 Citroen C1, first registered on 31 August 2005.

Is YL05 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL05 RVU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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