CarVerify

Free Car Check

LV56 BZW

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

105,486 mi
Last recorded105,486 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 BZW
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2018 105,486 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 89,153 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 72,309 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 55,546 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 40,251 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 40,251 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 22 Oct 2013 33,910 miles

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 33,910 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 100,601 miles

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 100,601 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 29,429 miles

slight play detected at offside top strut mount

Pass 28 Jun 2010 27,878 miles

o/s/r suspension bump stop missing

Pass 1 Sep 2009 22,369 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
Full Citroen C3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LV56 BZW is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LV56 BZW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LV56 BZW?

You can check the full history of LV56 BZW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LV56 BZW registered?

LV56 BZW is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is LV56 BZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV56 BZW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV56 BZW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LV56 BZW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.