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HG56 UOP

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,172 mi
Last recorded99,172 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 UOP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 99,172 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake pads 4mm (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake pads 4mm (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges of tread and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 99,172 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake pads 4mm (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake pads 4mm (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges of tread and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 93,859 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 88,658 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jun 2024 88,658 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. incorrect size (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 83,657 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective downpipe bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer mount broken off (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 76,773 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2022 76,773 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 66,454 miles

Offside Front tyre put to offside rear of car

Fail 7 Jun 2021 66,454 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 60,842 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 55,344 miles

Gearbox mounting defective under side one damaged

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn a little on outer tred (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 48,514 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 40,614 miles

Lower engine stabiliser damaged

Rear exhaust mount broken but supported elsewhere

Fail 29 Jun 2017 40,614 miles

Lower engine stabiliser damaged

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear exhaust mount broken but supported elsewhere

Pass 6 Jun 2016 35,492 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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HG56 UOP is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 HG56 UOP, 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 HG56 UOP registered?

HG56 UOP is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 5 December 2006.

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