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LA55 BVS

2006 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

54,593 mi
Last recorded54,593 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 BVS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 54,593 miles

surface rust and misting of oil under the vehicle and on some components

Pass 20 Apr 2018 49,258 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 49,218 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 May 2017 45,846 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust Strap Broken

Fail 2 May 2017 45,846 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Rear Exhaust Strap Broken

Pass 16 May 2016 41,881 miles

Rear Silencer Retaining Strap Broken But System Secure

Pass 18 May 2015 38,016 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 32,285 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

cracks in all 4 tyres

high level brake light

Pass 15 Apr 2013 28,448 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 24,366 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 20,208 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 20,208 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 16,336 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Wheel trims fitted to vehicle

Pass 9 Feb 2009 13,579 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 13,579 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LA55 BVS is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LA55 BVS, 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 LA55 BVS registered?

LA55 BVS is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 January 2006.

Is LA55 BVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA55 BVS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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