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DG06 XEF

2006 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,339 mi
Last recorded52,339 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG06 XEF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2018 52,339 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 52,339 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 49,022 miles

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 31 May 2017 49,017 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 45,617 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 45,617 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 May 2015 41,846 miles

Offside rear tyre age cracked

Fail 22 May 2015 41,846 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear tyre age cracked

Pass 10 May 2014 37,318 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 33,622 miles

OSR TYRE SLIGHT CRACKS ON OUTER WALL

Pass 11 May 2012 29,682 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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre cracked on sidewall

Pass 16 May 2011 25,008 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 20,916 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 18,458 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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DG06 XEF is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DG06 XEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG06 XEF registered?

DG06 XEF is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is DG06 XEF safe to buy?

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