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AF16 YSC

2016 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,337 mi
Last recorded47,337 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Citroen C334,936 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 YSC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 47,337 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 46,048 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 44,525 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2024 44,525 miles

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 40,308 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 36,346 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 31,546 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 27,890 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2020 27,888 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2019 19,790 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 18,854 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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AF16 YSC is a 2016 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AF16 YSC, 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 AF16 YSC registered?

AF16 YSC is a 2016 Citroen C3, first registered on 19 April 2016.

Is AF16 YSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF16 YSC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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