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AO56 ORL

2006 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

35,262 mi
Last recorded35,262 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 ORL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 35,262 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 31,945 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 27,734 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 25,936 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 23,655 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2022 23,655 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle front (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding not freely rotate (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely not freely rotate (1.2.1 (c))

Service brake imbalanced across an axle front (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 19,325 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 17,510 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 17,042 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 16,173 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 15,793 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 15,436 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 15,026 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 14,450 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 Oct 2013 14,450 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 Oct 2012 13,941 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 13,445 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 12,926 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 12,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 12,124 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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AO56 ORL is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AO56 ORL, 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 AO56 ORL registered?

AO56 ORL is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 17 October 2006.

Is AO56 ORL safe to buy?

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