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BG56 XJO

2006 Citroen C1

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

53,293 mi
Last recorded53,293 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Citroen C163,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 XJO
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 53,293 miles

Front number plate damage

Offside Front wing damaged

Fail 21 Oct 2025 53,293 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front number plate damage

Offside Front wing damaged

Pass 15 Oct 2024 34,160 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 32,931 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 32,338 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 32,064 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 32,064 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 31,856 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 31,396 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 30,946 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2018 30,946 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 30,277 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 29,457 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 29,113 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 28,221 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 26,466 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 26,466 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 25,331 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 23,135 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 21,585 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 19,565 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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BG56 XJO is a 2006 Citroen C1 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 63,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG56 XJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Citroen C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG56 XJO registered?

BG56 XJO is a 2006 Citroen C1, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is BG56 XJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG56 XJO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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