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BV56 XJB

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,286 mi
Last recorded125,286 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 XJB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 125,286 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 9 Nov 2016 125,286 miles

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

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

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

oil leak

Pass 11 Nov 2015 116,795 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 116,795 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 113,058 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 103,536 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 86,279 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 68,791 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 52,420 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 38,133 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 38,123 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 38,123 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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BV56 XJB is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BV56 XJB, 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 XJB registered?

BV56 XJB is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 9 September 2006.

Is BV56 XJB safe to buy?

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