CarVerify

Free Car Check

VN56 PXP

2006 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,327 mi
Last recorded59,327 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 PXP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2020 59,327 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 55,958 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 49,462 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 42,040 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 40,758 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 16,227 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 35,204 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 32,167 miles

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

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

front brake discs corroded

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 31 Oct 2012 28,588 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 28,588 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 15,394 miles

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

slight damage to n/s/f tyre outer wall

Pass 12 Nov 2010 21,195 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 11,439 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
Full Citroen C3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VN56 PXP is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VN56 PXP, 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 VN56 PXP?

You can check the full history of VN56 PXP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VN56 PXP registered?

VN56 PXP is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 9 November 2006.

Is VN56 PXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN56 PXP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VN56 PXP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VN56 PXP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.