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YL55 SWY

2006 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

70,605 mi
Last recorded70,605 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL55 SWY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 70,605 miles

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam/Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2026 70,578 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Due to corrosion & brake hose condition (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Beam/Axle forward mounting point (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam/Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 64,693 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 60,327 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 54,498 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 52,026 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 47,532 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 47,301 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 46,698 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 45,902 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 44,378 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 42,515 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 40,306 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 37,899 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 34,781 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 31,225 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 27,606 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 23,797 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 19,364 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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YL55 SWY is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2006 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 54,901 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 YL55 SWY, 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 20 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 YL55 SWY registered?

YL55 SWY is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 6 February 2006.

Is YL55 SWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL55 SWY 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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