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2005 Citroen C2 1.4L Petrol · BG05 KYU

BG05 KYU

2005 Citroen C2 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 22 Apr 2005. MOT expired on 21 Jul 2016.

Make & Model
CITROEN C2
Year / Origin
2005 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 21 Jul 2016
Road Tax
Untaxed (31 Jan 2016)
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 21 Jul 2016
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 31 Jan 2016
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
1360cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The MOT history for this Citroen C2 shows a pattern of intermittent failures and recurring advisories, with the most recent recorded test occurring in July 2015. The record does not show any testing activity for the last eleven years, meaning the current roadworthiness cannot be verified from this data. The final recorded entries in 2015 indicate a vehicle that required attention for windscreen damage, washer fluid issues, and headlamp aim, alongside user-reported issues such as an illuminated engine management light and a defective spare tyre. The vehicle has covered 64,479 miles over its 21-year lifespan, averaging approximately 3,070 miles per year. This represents low annual usage, which can sometimes lead to component degradation from periods of inactivity. The data shows significant gaps between tests, such as the period between June 2011 and September 2012, and a total absence of records after July 2015. Without recent mileage data or testing, it is impossible to determine if the vehicle has been driven regularly or has been stationary for an extended period. A physical inspection should prioritise several areas flagged in previous tests. The 2012 failure for a fractured offside rear coil spring suggests the suspension components may be prone to fatigue. Recurring advisories regarding windscreen damage and discoloured indicators indicate a history of minor cosmetic and visibility issues. The 2011 failure for excessive carbon monoxide emissions and a track rod end with excessive play points to potential engine management and steering geometry concerns. Potential buyers must also investigate the reported engine management light from 2015 and the deteriorated rear silencer noted in 2012. Given the long lapse in MOT history, a thorough check of the structural integrity, particularly for corrosion on the underside and exhaust system, is necessary. The presence of a defective spare tyre and previous issues with washer fluid systems suggest that basic consumable maintenance was inconsistent during the period the records cover. buying_score: 35 risk_level: High.
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BG05 KYU Key Findings

  • No MOT test records found for this registration
  • MOT expired on 21/07/2016

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Status

No MOT history available

No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
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MOT Status

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