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BV56 XHM

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

65,166 mi
Last recorded65,166 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 XHM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2016 65,166 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 54,169 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 54,169 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 43,276 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 43,276 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 34,532 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 34,532 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 25,518 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 25,518 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 18,113 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 13,236 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 13,236 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 12,443 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 12,443 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BV56 XHM is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BV56 XHM, 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.

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What year was BV56 XHM registered?

BV56 XHM is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 6 October 2006.

Is BV56 XHM safe to buy?

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