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YJ18 WFV

2018 Citroen C1

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

76,878 mi
Last recorded76,878 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Citroen C123,341 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ18 WFV
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 76,878 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

EXHAUST BLUE SMOKE. ENGINE POSSIBLE FAULT

Fail 20 Apr 2026 76,877 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 70,317 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 70,317 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 66,345 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 66,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 62,023 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2023 62,023 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

1Ltr OIL ADDED.

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 57,542 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 44,769 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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YJ18 WFV is a 2018 Citroen C1 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2018 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 23,341 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 C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ18 WFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 8 years old, this Citroen C1 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YJ18 WFV registered?

YJ18 WFV is a 2018 Citroen C1, first registered on 12 March 2018.

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