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ST56 BFV

2006 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

73,505 mi
Last recorded73,505 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST56 BFV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 73,505 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Fail 12 Oct 2017 73,505 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 53,746 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 48,756 miles

rattle/noise under car

Pass 22 Oct 2014 43,169 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 38,140 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 38,140 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

rear exhaust hanger corroded/broken

slight damage to both n/s doors and o/s/f wing

small tear n/s/f wiper blade

Pass 15 Oct 2012 33,178 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 27,626 miles

o/s/f wheel arch damaged

Pass 18 Oct 2010 22,164 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 16,636 miles

both front wiper blades starting to tear rear wiper blade starting to tear

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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ST56 BFV is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ST56 BFV, 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

How do I check the history of ST56 BFV?

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What year was ST56 BFV registered?

ST56 BFV is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is ST56 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST56 BFV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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