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SW56 DVL

2006 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

111,005 mi
Last recorded111,005 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW56 DVL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 111,005 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 99,851 miles

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

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

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

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

windscreen has damage

Pass 10 Jan 2017 89,365 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt clip loose on outer end (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis both sides (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 84,111 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 78,894 miles

Both rear tyres worn close to the wear bars

Fail 28 Jan 2015 78,894 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Both rear tyres worn close to the wear bars

Pass 26 Nov 2013 66,408 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 61,214 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 51,881 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 40,868 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 32,758 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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SW56 DVL is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SW56 DVL, 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 SW56 DVL registered?

SW56 DVL is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is SW56 DVL safe to buy?

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