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GP56 AEL

2006 Citroen C2

Yellow Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

52,049 mi
Last recorded52,049 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 2006 Citroen C258,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP56 AEL
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 52,049 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 40,524 miles

Oil leak

rear exhaust broken

Fail 15 Jan 2014 40,524 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

rear exhaust broken

Pass 16 Nov 2012 34,381 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 26,315 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 19,350 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 19,350 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 13,403 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 13,403 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 7,239 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 7,239 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)

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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GP56 AEL is a 2006 Citroen C2 in Yellow with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GP56 AEL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GP56 AEL?

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What year was GP56 AEL registered?

GP56 AEL is a 2006 Citroen C2, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is GP56 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP56 AEL shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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