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GW55 LBN

2006 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

66,438 mi
Last recorded66,438 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW55 LBN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2023 66,438 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 21 Feb 2023 66,425 miles

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Nearside and Offside (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 58,214 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all 4 indicators discoloured

Pass 4 Feb 2021 57,074 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 55,381 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 53,223 miles

centre stop lamp not working possibly disconnected

tyre sidewalls damaged possibly runflat

Pass 1 Feb 2018 51,882 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 50,291 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 50,291 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 47,225 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 43,185 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 39,666 miles

Nearside Rear 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 7 Feb 2013 34,914 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 13,328 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 25,030 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 20,169 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 15,430 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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GW55 LBN is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GW55 LBN, 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 GW55 LBN registered?

GW55 LBN is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 22 February 2006.

Is GW55 LBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW55 LBN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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