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YL55 VEA

2006 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

98,841 mi
Last recorded98,841 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL55 VEA
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 98,841 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 95,075 miles

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

handbrake requires adjustment

Pass 11 Dec 2020 92,687 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 92,686 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 91,860 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 9 Dec 2019 91,860 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit 1.8 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 87,997 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 87,997 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 85,141 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 85,141 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Front Steering system excessively rough top mount area (2.2.D.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 83,188 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 79,971 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 79,971 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 77,246 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 77,245 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 17 Dec 2013 74,160 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 71,292 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 71,292 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 69,405 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 69,405 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 64,619 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 59,398 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear bump stops missing

Fail 13 Oct 2009 59,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear bump stops missing

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 VEA is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 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 YL55 VEA, 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 VEA registered?

YL55 VEA is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 February 2006.

Is YL55 VEA safe to buy?

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