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LY55 PXC

2006 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

168,105 mi
Last recorded168,105 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2015
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 PXC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2015 168,105 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Feb 2015 168,105 miles

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

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 159,740 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 150,926 miles

suspect starter motor problem

Fail 22 Aug 2012 150,891 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

suspect starter motor problem

Pass 11 Aug 2011 138,986 miles

Exhaust shield loose

Pass 18 Jan 2011 125,526 miles

offside wiper slightly smeary

rear exhaust mount deterioted

Fail 14 Jan 2010 93,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

n/s/f tyre worn close to limit

Pass 14 Jan 2010 93,721 miles

n/s/f tyre worn close to limit

Pass 20 Jan 2009 65,670 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 65,667 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LY55 PXC is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 LY55 PXC, 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 LY55 PXC registered?

LY55 PXC is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 January 2006.

Is LY55 PXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY55 PXC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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