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MT56 VXP

2006 Citroen C2

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

108,268 mi
Last recorded108,268 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Citroen C258,127 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT56 VXP
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2018 108,268 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2018 108,268 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2017 101,490 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2017 101,490 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 90,025 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 94,384 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 88,850 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 88,850 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 75,339 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 75,339 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 65,476 miles

rear exhaust support strap corroded/insecure

Pass 20 Dec 2011 50,969 miles

(3.5.1f)The nearside front inner brake pad as far as can be seen appears to be wearing thin.

(3.5.1f)The offside front inner brake pad as far as can be seen appears to be wearing thin.

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre sectional width is worn down to 1.90mm

(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre sectional width is worn down to 1.81mm

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the vehicle presenter should have the listed item(s) replaced/repaired within a reaonable period of time.

Fail 20 Dec 2011 50,969 miles

(3.5.1f)The nearside front inner brake pad as far as can be seen appears to be wearing thin.

(3.5.1f)The offside front inner brake pad as far as can be seen appears to be wearing thin.

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre sectional width is worn down to 1.90mm

(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre sectional width is worn down to 1.81mm

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

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

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the vehicle presenter should have the listed item(s) replaced/repaired within a reaonable period of time.

Pass 14 Dec 2010 35,339 miles

(1.8B.4)The offside and the nearside driving dipped beams images (Break Points) are slightly affected, i.e. distorted

(2.4A.2)The offside and the nearside rear axle mountings have protective covers fitted,which are preventing an inspection of the securing devices and structural integrity

(3.7.2d)The front brakes out of balance are at 16%,which indicates they are becoming ready for service/repairs

(4.1D.1b)The offside and the nearside front tyres shoulders are wearing close to the legal limit,i.e. not directly tread depth but devoid of it

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(5.2.6)the offside and the nearside lower outer sills have protective covers fitted

(6.1.1)The inner wings front and rear (x 4) have protective covers fitted

(7.3C.2b)The engine speed measurement for emissions purposes has been bypassed due to no pickup being registered,therefore the tachometer has been used as a substitute

Note. Some types of tread section are not considered within the mot scheme criteria when below the minimum legal limit,i.e. some areas of tread patterns which were not originally designed to meet that criteria

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

Fail 14 Dec 2010 35,339 miles

(1.8B.4)The offside and the nearside driving dipped beams images (Break Points) are slightly affected, i.e. distorted

(2.4A.2)The offside and the nearside rear axle mountings have protective covers fitted,which are preventing an inspection of the securing devices and structural integrity

(3.7.2d)The front brakes out of balance are at 16%,which indicates they are becoming ready for service/repairs

(4.1D.1b)The offside and the nearside front tyres shoulders are wearing close to the legal limit,i.e. not directly tread depth but devoid of it

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(5.2.6)the offside and the nearside lower outer sills have protective covers fitted

(6.1.1)The inner wings front and rear (x 4) have protective covers fitted

(7.3C.2b)The engine speed measurement for emissions purposes has been bypassed due to no pickup being registered,therefore the tachometer has been used as a substitute

Note. Some types of tread section are not considered within the mot scheme criteria when below the minimum legal limit,i.e. some areas of tread patterns which were not originally designed to meet that criteria

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

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

Pass 14 Dec 2009 22,257 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 22,257 miles

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

How Reliable is the Citroen C2?

Based on 965,161 MOT tests across 61,057 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,516
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
61,057
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38,269
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,833
Registration plate lamp not working 22,386
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20,787
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15,873
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MT56 VXP is a 2006 Citroen C2 in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 2006 Citroen C2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 58,127 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 C2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT56 VXP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Citroen C2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MT56 VXP is a 2006 Citroen C2, first registered on 15 December 2006.

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