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CX56 XSJ

2006 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

55,312 mi
Last recorded55,312 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX56 XSJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2021 55,312 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 53,359 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 50,978 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 50,978 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 45,907 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 41,567 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 37,359 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 37,359 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 33,409 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 29,134 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 25,914 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 25,914 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 23,044 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 20,324 miles

nsf wiper blade split still clearing screen

Pass 23 Aug 2010 16,808 miles

n/s front outer sidewall slightly scuffed

n/s/r bump stop missing

Fail 23 Aug 2010 16,808 miles

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

n/s front outer sidewall slightly scuffed

n/s/r bump stop missing

Pass 28 Aug 2009 12,792 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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CX56 XSJ is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 CX56 XSJ, 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 CX56 XSJ registered?

CX56 XSJ is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is CX56 XSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX56 XSJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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