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BG10 PDO

2010 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

142,744 mi
Last recorded142,744 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 2010 Citroen C360,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG10 PDO
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Fail 11 Feb 2025 142,744 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 131,588 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2023 130,934 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 118,986 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 187,055 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 109,835 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 65,568 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 May 2014 56,931 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2014 56,931 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 45,345 miles

items hanging from rearview mirror removed prior to test to avoid restricted driver's view

Fail 8 Aug 2013 45,345 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

items hanging from rearview mirror removed prior to test to avoid restricted driver's view

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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BG10 PDO is a 2010 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

Across all 2010 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 60,233 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 BG10 PDO, 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 16 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG10 PDO?

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What year was BG10 PDO registered?

BG10 PDO is a 2010 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2010.

Is BG10 PDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG10 PDO shows 11 tests with a 45.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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