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SH56 OYL

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

88,890 mi
Last recorded88,890 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 OYL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 88,890 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 82,241 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 76,982 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 76,976 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 64,964 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 54,779 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 48,535 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 44,463 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 41,448 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 37,790 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 34,320 miles

front discs corrosion

Fail 16 Nov 2012 34,320 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front discs corrosion

Pass 18 Nov 2011 30,973 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 27,670 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 22,351 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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SH56 OYL is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SH56 OYL, 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 SH56 OYL registered?

SH56 OYL is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is SH56 OYL safe to buy?

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