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HG06 VPJ

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,019 mi
Last recorded123,019 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG06 VPJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 123,019 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 108,756 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 98,109 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 89,422 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 81,002 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 81,002 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 72,166 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 Aug 2012 64,241 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 24 Aug 2012 64,241 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 49,534 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 49,083 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 43,211 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 43,211 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 30,951 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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HG06 VPJ is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HG06 VPJ, 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 HG06 VPJ registered?

HG06 VPJ is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2006.

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