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YG16 LFP

2016 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,357 mi
Last recorded68,357 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Citroen C334,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG16 LFP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 68,357 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 63,512 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2024 63,512 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 60,307 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 52,563 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 44,901 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 44,901 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 42,178 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Oct 2021 42,178 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 35,464 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 26,921 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 13,047 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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YG16 LFP is a 2016 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YG16 LFP, 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 YG16 LFP registered?

YG16 LFP is a 2016 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is YG16 LFP safe to buy?

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