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AE16 XPS

2016 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,380 mi
Last recorded54,380 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Citroen C334,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 XPS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 54,380 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking on outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 49,739 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2025 49,739 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2024 45,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 41,362 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 37,461 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 34,124 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 30,386 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 22,976 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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AE16 XPS is a 2016 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AE16 XPS, 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 AE16 XPS registered?

AE16 XPS is a 2016 Citroen C3, first registered on 2 March 2016.

Is AE16 XPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE16 XPS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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