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BN16 VSV

2016 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

68,646 mi
Last recorded68,646 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Citroen C334,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN16 VSV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 68,646 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2026 68,646 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2025 67,978 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 67,610 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 67,582 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2025 67,580 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 61,613 miles

Central Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. binding slightly (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 53,228 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Oct 2022 53,228 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 44,990 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 40,156 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 40,156 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 34,899 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 31,234 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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BN16 VSV is a 2016 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 BN16 VSV, 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 BN16 VSV registered?

BN16 VSV is a 2016 Citroen C3, first registered on 9 March 2016.

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The MOT history for BN16 VSV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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