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LV56 VFW

2006 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

52,416 mi
Last recorded52,416 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 VFW
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 52,416 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 49,697 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 47,357 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 47,355 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Oct 2016 43,957 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 40,613 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 37,211 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres are cracking on inside walls

Fail 20 Oct 2014 37,211 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres are cracking on inside walls

Pass 28 Oct 2013 34,404 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 30,159 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 26,875 miles

advise both front wipers split.

advise both front lower arm rear bushes perrished and split.

advise front brake pads close to legal limits and discs lipped.

advise nearside rear indicator bulb faded.

Pass 27 Oct 2010 21,455 miles

advise centre stop light not working.

advise front brake pads wearing low and brake discs worn and lipped.

Pass 21 Oct 2009 17,234 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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LV56 VFW is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VFW, 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

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What year was LV56 VFW registered?

LV56 VFW is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 9 November 2006.

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