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AK16 VXL

2016 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,527 mi
Last recorded22,527 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Citroen C334,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK16 VXL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 22,527 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 19,614 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 17,305 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 14,869 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 11,686 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 11,171 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 9,499 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 7,251 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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AK16 VXL is a 2016 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 34,936 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 AK16 VXL, 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 10 years old, this Citroen C3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK16 VXL registered?

AK16 VXL is a 2016 Citroen C3, first registered on 13 May 2016.

Is AK16 VXL safe to buy?

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