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SP56 MFU

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

182,721 mi
Last recorded182,721 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 MFU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2018 182,721 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 177,259 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 173,708 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 164,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6mm driver advised (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 159,242 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 154,495 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 154,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 134,314 miles

Both rear bump stops missing

Nearside Front 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 22 Oct 2011 108,394 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside anti roll bar boot split

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside rear bump stop missing

Fail 22 Oct 2011 108,394 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside anti roll bar boot split

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside rear bump stop missing

Pass 30 Oct 2010 83,326 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 83,326 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 13,398 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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SP56 MFU is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SP56 MFU, 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 SP56 MFU registered?

SP56 MFU is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is SP56 MFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP56 MFU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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