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AP16 FWL

2016 Citroen C1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,260 mi
Last recorded50,260 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Citroen C133,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP16 FWL
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 50,260 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 47,005 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 43,206 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 38,427 miles

Leak from washer bottle/pipe?

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer no visible tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlight slightly loose.

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

Fail 9 Dec 2022 38,427 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure Hanger bracket broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer not working Both front (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer no visible tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlight slightly loose.

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 33,881 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Advise washer fluid reservoir leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated hand brake has a little movement before effort recorded (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 30,608 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 30,608 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 May 2019 20,168 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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AP16 FWL is a 2016 Citroen C1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 33,063 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 C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP16 FWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 10 years old, this Citroen C1 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AP16 FWL registered?

AP16 FWL is a 2016 Citroen C1, first registered on 10 June 2016.

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