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DC66 BYP

2016 Citroen C3

Orange Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

114,903 mi
Last recorded114,903 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Citroen C334,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC66 BYP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2016
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 114,903 miles

nearside mirror cover missing

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Sep 2025 114,901 miles

Exhaust system insecure 3 hangers corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working in wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened and pads worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

nearside mirror cover missing

Pass 20 Sep 2024 101,302 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 84,864 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 80,645 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 80,645 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 56,528 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 34,515 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 25,945 miles

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

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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DC66 BYP is a 2016 Citroen C3 in Orange with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DC66 BYP, 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 DC66 BYP registered?

DC66 BYP is a 2016 Citroen C3, first registered on 19 December 2016.

Is DC66 BYP safe to buy?

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