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SB56 LML

2006 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

50,797 mi
Last recorded50,797 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB56 LML
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2019 50,797 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

offside front CV Boot deteriorated

Fail 7 Dec 2019 50,333 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

offside front CV Boot deteriorated

Pass 10 Dec 2018 39,232 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 38,722 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 37,636 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 36,108 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 32,930 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 28,102 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 28,102 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 24,121 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 24,121 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 19,787 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 19,787 miles

Centre Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2010 16,689 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 12,695 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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SB56 LML is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SB56 LML, 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.

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What year was SB56 LML registered?

SB56 LML is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 10 December 2006.

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