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J70 MPE

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,106 mi
Last recorded67,106 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ70 MPE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2017 67,106 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2017 67,106 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 55,671 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 55,671 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 47,437 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 32,485 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 21,802 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Mar 2013 21,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Feb 2012 18,636 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 15,357 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 10,274 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 9,292 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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J70 MPE is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J70 MPE, 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 J70 MPE registered?

J70 MPE is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is J70 MPE safe to buy?

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