CarVerify

Free Car Check

HN56 JWU

2006 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

131,351 mi
Last recorded131,351 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN56 JWU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 131,351 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 May 2025 128,341 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 May 2024 126,467 miles
Fail 24 May 2024 126,467 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2023 124,413 miles

Nearside Front outer sill corroding

Pass 4 Jul 2022 120,575 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs have corrosion on the braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2022 120,572 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs have corrosion on the braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 115,625 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs have corrosion on the braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has age related cracking in the inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Jul 2021 115,615 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs have corrosion on the braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has age related cracking in the inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 111,019 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Jul 2020 111,019 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 103,952 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 94,924 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 84,833 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 75,660 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 67,474 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 59,364 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 51,107 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 42,784 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 36,258 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 29,381 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 21,754 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
Full Citroen C3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HN56 JWU is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 HN56 JWU, 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

How do I check the history of HN56 JWU?

You can check the full history of HN56 JWU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HN56 JWU registered?

HN56 JWU is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 5 October 2006.

Is HN56 JWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN56 JWU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HN56 JWU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HN56 JWU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.