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LB55 SVS

2006 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

82,249 mi
Last recorded82,249 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 SVS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 82,249 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 82,249 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 74,122 miles

heavy score marks on offside front brake disc inner face

rear exhaust silencer heavily corroded - recommend replacement

Fail 1 May 2018 74,122 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

heavy score marks on offside front brake disc inner face

rear exhaust silencer heavily corroded - recommend replacement

Pass 31 Jan 2017 57,780 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 52,595 miles

child seat fitted n/s/r

Fail 1 Feb 2016 52,595 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

child seat fitted n/s/r

Pass 16 Jan 2015 48,369 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 41,816 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 41,816 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 38,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust system is rusty > secure and not leaking at present <

Pass 4 Feb 2013 38,261 miles

Rear exhaust system is rusty > secure and not leaking at present <

Pass 31 Jan 2012 35,565 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 30,959 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 2 Feb 2011 30,959 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 28 Jan 2010 26,536 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 26,527 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 24,126 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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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LB55 SVS is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 LB55 SVS, 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 LB55 SVS registered?

LB55 SVS is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 9 January 2006.

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