2006 Citroen C3 1.4L Diesel · P19 MAY
2006 Citroen C3 (1.4L, diesel). First registered 01 May 2006. Recorded mileage 78,225 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C3
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,225 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P19 MAY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/05/2026
- 78,225 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
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P19 MAY MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Citroen C3 (P19 MAY) between June 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
P19 MAY Mileage History
- 07/06/202270,382 mi
- 24/05/202372,127 mi+1,745 mi
- 22/05/202474,475 mi+2,348 mi
- 17/06/202576,634 mi+2,159 mi
- 19/05/202678,225 mi+1,591 mi
Average of roughly 1,987 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën C3 (Mk1)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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