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FG56 PZV

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

70,229 mi
Last recorded70,229 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 PZV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 70,229 miles

Nearside wiper blade split

Offside Rear bump stop missing

Fail 8 Nov 2017 70,229 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear bump stop missing

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside wiper blade split

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 67,366 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 8 Nov 2016 67,366 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 6 Feb 2016 62,847 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2016 62,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 57,618 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 57,618 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 12 Feb 2014 48,602 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 48,602 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 40,306 miles

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

Oil leak

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2013 40,306 miles

Oil leak

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 23 Aug 2012 38,719 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 38,719 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 30,252 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 26,536 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 15 Sep 2009 21,678 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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FG56 PZV is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 FG56 PZV, 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 FG56 PZV registered?

FG56 PZV is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 13 October 2006.

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The MOT history for FG56 PZV shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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