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S31 GAV

2006 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

37,582 mi
Last recorded37,582 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS31 GAV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 37,582 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2026 37,582 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 37,569 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 36,912 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 36,160 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 35,512 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 33,852 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 18 Sep 2019 33,297 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 31,933 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 29,423 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 29,423 miles

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

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

front brake discs inner face, sign of corrosion

front brake pads wearing thin ?

Pass 20 Sep 2016 27,434 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 24,169 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 22,348 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 20,021 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 20,021 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

nearside rear tyre sidewalls badly perished but tyre cords not exposed

Pass 12 Sep 2012 16,434 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 14,255 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 11,821 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 10,409 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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S31 GAV is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 S31 GAV, 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 S31 GAV registered?

S31 GAV is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 19 August 2006.

Is S31 GAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S31 GAV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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