2005 Citroen C3 1.6L Diesel · CE55 KDZ
2005 Citroen C3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 07 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 105,298 miles. MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C3
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,298 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CE55 KDZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/08/2026
- 105,298 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CE55 KDZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Citroen C3 (CE55 KDZ) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i)”.
CE55 KDZ Mileage History
- 16/08/2023107,102 mi
- 12/08/2024103,319 mi-3,783 mi
- 15/08/2025104,357 mi+1,038 mi
- 20/08/2025104,377 mi+20 mi
- 25/08/2026105,298 mi+921 mi
Average of roughly -596 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën C3 (Mk1)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Front suspension coil spring fractureSerious
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- SensoDrive automated transmission actuator and software failureSerious
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