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GP56 BDV

2006 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

56,227 mi
Last recorded56,227 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP56 BDV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 56,227 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 55,399 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 53,733 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 53,143 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 52,793 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 52,395 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 51,953 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 49,800 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 47,058 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre on 2mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre on 2mm (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 43,884 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 40,520 miles

Offside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak leaking oil from head gasket (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 8 Nov 2014 36,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 36,991 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 33,275 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 29,362 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 25,592 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 20,991 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 15,684 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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GP56 BDV is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GP56 BDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP56 BDV registered?

GP56 BDV is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is GP56 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP56 BDV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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