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LC56 LFX

2006 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

39,564 mi
Last recorded39,564 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 LFX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 39,564 miles

Headlamp lenses deteriorated but not yet adversely effecting the beam images

Minor oil leaks

Suspension corroded

Fail 30 Sep 2026 39,564 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Aero blade (3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp lenses deteriorated but not yet adversely effecting the beam images

Minor oil leaks

Suspension corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2025 35,932 miles

rear shockers damp

Pass 4 Oct 2024 31,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + very perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished + cut on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + very perished (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 31,443 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + very perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished + cut on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + very perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 26,879 miles

osr tyre perishing

Pass 5 Oct 2022 22,099 miles

all tyres cracking

Pass 24 Sep 2021 16,733 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 13,060 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 13,060 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2019 12,828 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 11,602 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2018 11,602 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 10,710 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 9,909 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 9,015 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 7,692 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 6,631 miles

all four tyres has surface cracks on wall and treads

Pass 19 Sep 2012 5,545 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 4,264 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 3,289 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 1,922 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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LC56 LFX is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol 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 LC56 LFX, 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 LC56 LFX registered?

LC56 LFX is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 October 2006.

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