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GV56 JZP

2006 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,432 mi
Last recorded52,432 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 JZP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 52,432 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 51,471 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 50,875 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 45,838 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 36,036 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 36,036 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

unable to check rear seatbelts due to load compartment being extended

Pass 30 Jun 2021 35,028 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 30,294 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 26,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 and slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 26,212 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 and slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 19,229 miles

exhaust back box hanger strap broken

front headlights slightly cloudy

Pass 31 Aug 2017 12,919 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 11,155 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 10,677 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 10,033 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 9,281 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 8,505 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 7,678 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 6,662 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 5,336 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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GV56 JZP is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GV56 JZP, 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 GV56 JZP registered?

GV56 JZP is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 19 October 2006.

Is GV56 JZP safe to buy?

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