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BD18 PVL

2018 Citroen C3

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,512 mi
Last recorded57,512 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Citroen C333,209 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD18 PVL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2018
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 57,512 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2026 57,512 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 56,157 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 54,597 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 21 Nov 2022 53,064 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test things hanging from mirror ()

Pass 28 Nov 2021 51,549 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides on middle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2021 51,549 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides on middle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 42,683 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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BD18 PVL is a 2018 Citroen C3 in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 33,209 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 BD18 PVL, 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 8 years old, this Citroen C3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BD18 PVL registered?

BD18 PVL is a 2018 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is BD18 PVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD18 PVL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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