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OE56 CDX

2006 Citroen C2

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

75,199 mi
Last recorded75,199 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2016
Typical for 2006 Citroen C258,127 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE56 CDX
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2016 75,199 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Bumper insecure ()

various non standard parts fitted on vehicle

Fail 2 Dec 2016 75,199 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported nuts missing off rear mounting (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part not in clip on shocker (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Bumper insecure ()

various non standard parts fitted on vehicle

Pass 11 Sep 2015 69,615 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 58,565 miles

After market exhaust installed

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 43,127 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 43,127 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 34,612 miles

EML and ESP warning lamps staying on

Fail 28 Aug 2012 34,611 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

EML and ESP warning lamps staying on

Pass 26 Sep 2011 28,116 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 20,805 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 16,035 miles

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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OE56 CDX is a 2006 Citroen C2 in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OE56 CDX, 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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What year was OE56 CDX registered?

OE56 CDX is a 2006 Citroen C2, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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