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LB56 XDP

2006 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Dec 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,242 mi
Last recorded114,242 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2016
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 XDP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2016 114,242 miles

Both front tyres heavily worn on inside edges

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% (3.7.B.5b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Dec 2015 105,887 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 105,887 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 97,629 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Dec 2014 97,629 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 88,692 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2013 88,692 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 21 Dec 2012 80,175 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 80,175 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 72,884 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 66,459 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 51,013 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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LB56 XDP is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LB56 XDP, 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 LB56 XDP registered?

LB56 XDP is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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