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GJ56 BCV

2006 Citroen C2

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2023
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

97,400 mi
Last recorded97,400 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Citroen C258,127 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 BCV
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 97,400 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2022 97,400 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 97,399 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 89,219 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 86,841 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 30 Oct 2019 86,841 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 77,292 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 77,292 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 70,712 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 66,747 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 66,747 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 60,768 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 58,532 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 54,638 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 54,638 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 48,780 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 48,780 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 42,658 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 42,655 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 35,511 miles

rear tyres starting to crack and perish

rust on front discs

Pass 15 Sep 2009 29,027 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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GJ56 BCV is a 2006 Citroen C2 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 GJ56 BCV, 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.

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GJ56 BCV is a 2006 Citroen C2, first registered on 6 September 2006.

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