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YG06 VXU

2006 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

67,000 mi
Last recorded67,000 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 Citroen C354,901 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG06 VXU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 67,000 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 67,000 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 105,525 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 64,038 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2022 64,022 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 62,740 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 61,408 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2020 61,407 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 59,713 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 59,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 57,812 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 57,809 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 55,583 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 55,577 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop missing (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 53,899 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 51,976 miles

O/S/F TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL PERISHED

O/S/R LAMP ASSEMBLY BROKEN NOT CAUSING AFFECTS

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2014 50,015 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 50,015 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 47,330 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 47,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 27 Feb 2012 44,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 44,802 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 41,417 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 41,366 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 34,422 miles

Unable to inspect brake pads due to hub cap design

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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YG06 VXU is a 2006 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YG06 VXU, 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 YG06 VXU registered?

YG06 VXU is a 2006 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 March 2006.

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