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GF56 BMU

2006 Citroen C4

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,908 mi
Last recorded87,908 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Citroen C463,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 BMU
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 87,908 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

advised front spring rusty

advised sill cover engine cover fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2024 87,058 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both and getting low tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

advised front pads getting low

advised high level stop lamp not working

Pass 11 Jul 2023 84,197 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 81,514 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

advised front pads worn under half

advised high level stop lamp not working

advised nsr tyre worn unevenly across tread

advised osr nsr indicators pail

Pass 7 Jul 2021 78,337 miles

Central Rear stop lamp not working

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing plus low on psi/bar (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake disc slightly corroded

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 75,699 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside sill damaged

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 7 Jul 2020 75,699 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside sill damaged

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 73,198 miles

Nearside Front headlamp damaged

Fail 24 Jul 2019 73,198 miles

Nearside Front headlamp damaged

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 68,283 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner and outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2018 68,283 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner and outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 65,348 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 60,240 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 56,199 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 52,073 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 47,071 miles

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Pass 17 Sep 2012 39,362 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 39,211 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 35,182 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 31,102 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 27,023 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C4?

Based on 3,110,282 MOT tests across 237,183 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,034
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
237,183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,682
Stop lamp not working 57,397
position lamp(s) not working 51,823
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46,041
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39,505
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GF56 BMU is a 2006 Citroen C4 in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Citroen C4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 63,929 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,682 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF56 BMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C4 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Citroen C4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF56 BMU registered?

GF56 BMU is a 2006 Citroen C4, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is GF56 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 BMU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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