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FL56 XTM

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

27,267 mi
Last recorded27,267 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 XTM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 27,267 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 26,825 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 26,258 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 25,895 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 25,569 miles

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Both (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 24,940 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 24,339 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 23,295 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 21,576 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 20,485 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 198,793 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 18,501 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 18,501 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 11,086 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 17,283 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 17,283 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 16,603 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 14,199 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 13,436 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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FL56 XTM is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FL56 XTM, 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 FL56 XTM registered?

FL56 XTM is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is FL56 XTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL56 XTM shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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