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PE56 CXL

2006 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

19,758 mi
Last recorded19,758 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE56 CXL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 19,758 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 15,768 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 11,120 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 11,092 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 10,776 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 10,347 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 9,886 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 9,320 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 8,672 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 8,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 8,082 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 7,407 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 6,699 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 5,973 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 5,310 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 4,435 miles

n/s/f wiper blade split

o/s/f wiper blade split

Pass 20 Sep 2010 3,651 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 2,788 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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PE56 CXL is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 PE56 CXL, 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 PE56 CXL registered?

PE56 CXL is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is PE56 CXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE56 CXL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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