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SO16 GGA

2016 Citroen C3

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

35,182 mi
Last recorded35,182 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Citroen C334,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO16 GGA
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 35,182 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured NSF/OSF (4.4.3 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact Citroën for information and to arrange a free repair

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 35,182 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken Rubbing on tyre (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured NSF/OSF (4.4.3 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact Citroën for information and to arrange a free repair

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 34,039 miles

Front Exhaust Hanger Damaged

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Fronts No Movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 31,900 miles

Front Exhaust Clamp Corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement No Movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Starting To Delaminate No Movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Rears (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 24 Aug 2023 31,899 miles

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

Front Exhaust Clamp Corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement No Movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Starting To Delaminate No Movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Rears (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 28,507 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONTS WORN NO MOVEMENT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2022 28,507 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONTS WORN NO MOVEMENT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 23,729 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 19,986 miles

exhaust hinger at front broken ( exhaust is ok )

Pass 7 Aug 2019 15,561 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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SO16 GGA is a 2016 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SO16 GGA, 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 SO16 GGA registered?

SO16 GGA is a 2016 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 August 2016.

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