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BP16 DFY

2016 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

46,446 mi
Last recorded46,446 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Citroen C334,936 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP16 DFY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 46,446 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2025 46,446 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 39,330 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 39,330 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 32,145 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 23,668 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2022 23,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 30 Dec 2022 23,663 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 19,514 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 19,514 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 14,682 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 5,972 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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BP16 DFY is a 2016 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 BP16 DFY, 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 BP16 DFY registered?

BP16 DFY is a 2016 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 June 2016.

Is BP16 DFY safe to buy?

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