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CY56 BLN

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,977 mi
Last recorded128,977 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY56 BLN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 128,977 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 122,639 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 109,912 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 97,622 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 84,942 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 73,676 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 59,979 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 53,200 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 53,200 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 14 Aug 2012 48,498 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 42,266 miles

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

front discs badly corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2010 37,491 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 33,682 miles

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Oct 2009 33,679 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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CY56 BLN is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CY56 BLN, 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 CY56 BLN registered?

CY56 BLN is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is CY56 BLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY56 BLN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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