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NJ06 XZB

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

81,742 mi
Last recorded81,742 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2026
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ06 XZB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2026 81,742 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2026 81,720 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2025 80,170 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 78,355 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 76,280 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 5 Oct 2023 76,280 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 74,176 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 71,839 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 69,154 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 66,125 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 66,125 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2018 63,145 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 29 Sep 2017 62,169 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 58,097 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 58,097 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 13,798 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 38,819 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 31,938 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 24,850 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 19,506 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 14,487 miles

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

rear brake discs rust coated and slightly pitted

shallow cracks in edges of tread of all four tyres

Pass 16 Dec 2009 14,487 miles

rear brake discs rust coated and slightly pitted

shallow cracks in edges of tread of all four tyres

Pass 8 May 2009 14,475 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 13,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Jan 2009 13,107 miles

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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NJ06 XZB is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 NJ06 XZB, 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 NJ06 XZB registered?

NJ06 XZB is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 March 2006.

Is NJ06 XZB safe to buy?

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