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MV56 XRW

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,083 mi
Last recorded42,083 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV56 XRW
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 42,083 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

marks in windscreen

n/s rear tyre getting low in tread worn outer edge and cracking in treads

rear axle bump stops missing

Pass 22 Sep 2016 37,873 miles

marks in screen

n/s rear tyre getting low in tread

o/s rear suspension bump stop missing

slight wear to front brake discs pads appear ok

Pass 8 Sep 2015 33,265 miles

both front brake discs are slightly worn pads appear ok

both front tyres low in tread, cracking in tread edges and deteriorated in walls

both rear tyres deteriorated in walls

marks in screen

o/s rear axle bump stop missing

Fail 8 Sep 2015 33,265 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

both front brake discs are slightly worn pads appear ok

both front tyres low in tread, cracking in tread edges and deteriorated in walls

both rear tyres deteriorated in walls

marks in screen

o/s rear axle bump stop missing

Pass 12 Sep 2014 28,747 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 24,180 miles

both front tyres are heavily cracked but not showing ply or cords

Pass 24 Sep 2012 19,254 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 16,675 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 13,619 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 11,192 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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MV56 XRW is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MV56 XRW, 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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What year was MV56 XRW registered?

MV56 XRW is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is MV56 XRW safe to buy?

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