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EF56 XEH

2006 Citroen C2

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

52,488 mi
Last recorded52,488 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Citroen C258,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 XEH
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 52,488 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 27 Jul 2018 52,485 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 51,434 miles

Front brake discs x 2 worn

Front brake pads approx 75% worn

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 7 Aug 2017 51,434 miles

Front brake discs x 2 worn

Front brake pads approx 75% worn

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 45,312 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 37,067 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 30,217 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 28,656 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 28,655 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 23,013 miles

Battery insecure.

Fail 15 Nov 2011 22,935 miles

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

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 15 Nov 2011 22,935 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 17 Nov 2010 14,442 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C2?

Based on 965,161 MOT tests across 61,057 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,516
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
61,057
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38,269
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,833
Registration plate lamp not working 22,386
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20,787
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15,873
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EF56 XEH is a 2006 Citroen C2 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Citroen C2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 58,127 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 C2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EF56 XEH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Citroen C2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF56 XEH registered?

EF56 XEH is a 2006 Citroen C2, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is EF56 XEH safe to buy?

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