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GJ56 XVP

2006 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

102,326 mi
Last recorded102,326 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 XVP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2024 102,326 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2024 102,326 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 96,887 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 89,576 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 79,972 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 75,683 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 73,174 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2018 69,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 64,290 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 56,134 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 49,988 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 42,152 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 42,152 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 36,188 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 29,360 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 24,778 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 20,687 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 16,974 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 16,974 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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GJ56 XVP is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GJ56 XVP, 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 GJ56 XVP registered?

GJ56 XVP is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2006.

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