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PN56 FGV

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,112 mi
Last recorded55,112 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN56 FGV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2017 55,112 miles

evidence of fuel leaking under car but with covers fitted cannot pin point where from

Pass 17 Dec 2015 50,742 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 45,486 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 41,792 miles

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

suspect diesel injector seal leaking slightly as chuffing noise can be heard but not seen under bonnet

Pass 14 Jan 2013 33,745 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 26,907 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

inner faces of both front brake discs corroded quite badly

Pass 5 Jan 2011 19,455 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs scored around friction faces

Pass 15 Jan 2010 12,938 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 12,103 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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PN56 FGV is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PN56 FGV, 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 PN56 FGV registered?

PN56 FGV is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is PN56 FGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN56 FGV shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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