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MT06 DVG

2006 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

110,824 mi
Last recorded110,824 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT06 DVG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 110,824 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2023 110,824 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill near subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill near subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 109,247 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2022 109,247 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 104,887 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 104,887 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 99,865 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 96,325 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 92,976 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 88,945 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 88,945 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 82,925 miles

Nearside Rear outer wall starting to crack

Offside Rear starting to crack in sidewalls

Pass 8 Jun 2015 75,488 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off side front tyre showing signs of wear in outer wall

Fail 8 Jun 2015 75,488 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off side front tyre showing signs of wear in outer wall

Fail 21 Mar 2014 68,407 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2014 68,407 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2013 61,686 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 61,654 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 49,621 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 41,302 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 34,373 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 27,712 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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MT06 DVG is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 MT06 DVG, 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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MT06 DVG is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 May 2006.

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