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SM16 NVU

2016 Citroen C3

White Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

44,557 mi
Last recorded44,557 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Citroen C334,936 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM16 NVU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 44,557 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 43,896 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 43,893 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and o/s/f (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front electrical wiring loose

tps light illuminated

Pass 12 Jun 2021 39,527 miles

Central Front exhaust flexi mesh seperated & front exhaust securing bracket secured by jubilee clips

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low 1.6mm and outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and o/s/r sidewalls slightly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2020 31,629 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 May 2020 31,629 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 22 May 2019 22,325 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 22,038 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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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SM16 NVU is a 2016 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SM16 NVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM16 NVU registered?

SM16 NVU is a 2016 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 May 2016.

Is SM16 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM16 NVU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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