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LB17 FBG

2017 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,794 mi
Last recorded91,794 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Citroen C336,600 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB17 FBG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 91,794 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Corroded from system (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2025 88,751 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords And worn unevenly (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 85,142 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 81,419 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 81,419 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 81,398 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 77,637 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 77,637 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2020 73,419 miles
Pass 29 May 2020

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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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LB17 FBG is a 2017 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2017 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 36,600 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 LB17 FBG, 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 9 years old, this Citroen C3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LB17 FBG registered?

LB17 FBG is a 2017 Citroen C3, first registered on 6 June 2017.

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