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DE56 PXJ

2006 Citroen C1

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

87,672 mi
Last recorded87,672 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Citroen C163,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE56 PXJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 87,672 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 82,209 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 82,204 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2023 77,400 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 73,338 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 69,118 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 64,493 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 May 2019 59,021 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2018 58,603 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Frosty (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Frosty (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 53,805 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 53,173 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 47,897 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 40,230 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 40,230 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 34,797 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 34,797 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 30,403 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 26,131 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 20,825 miles

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 30 Nov 2009 16,571 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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DE56 PXJ is a 2006 Citroen C1 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DE56 PXJ, 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 DE56 PXJ registered?

DE56 PXJ is a 2006 Citroen C1, first registered on 25 November 2006.

Is DE56 PXJ safe to buy?

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