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RO56 GXE

2006 Citroen C4

Purple Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

91,478 mi
Last recorded91,478 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Citroen C463,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO56 GXE
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 91,478 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 90,067 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 89,178 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 83,368 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 19 Oct 2021 81,759 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 75,506 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 69,576 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 58,565 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 58,565 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear mirrors faulty (3.3 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 47,760 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 3 Nov 2016 37,048 miles

Oil leak ()

o/s front tyre close to fouling on inner wing cover

Fail 2 Nov 2016 37,046 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak ()

o/s front tyre close to fouling on inner wing cover

Pass 11 Nov 2015 34,821 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 31,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s wiper split

Pass 6 Nov 2014 31,730 miles

n/s wiper split

Pass 20 Nov 2013 27,554 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2013 27,554 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 24,333 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 20,285 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 17,770 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 14,474 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 14,440 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Citroen C4?

Based on 3,110,282 MOT tests across 237,183 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,034
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
237,183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,682
Stop lamp not working 57,397
position lamp(s) not working 51,823
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46,041
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39,505
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RO56 GXE is a 2006 Citroen C4 in Purple with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2006 Citroen C4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 63,929 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,682 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO56 GXE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C4 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Citroen C4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RO56 GXE registered?

RO56 GXE is a 2006 Citroen C4, first registered on 27 November 2006.

Is RO56 GXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO56 GXE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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