2015 Citroen C3 Picasso 1.6L Diesel · HW15 FPU
2015 Citroen C3 Picasso (1.6L, diesel). First registered 05 Mar 2015. Recorded mileage 153,626 miles. MOT valid until 20 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C3 PICASSO
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 153,626 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HW15 FPU Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 153,626 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HW15 FPU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Citroen C3 Picasso (HW15 FPU) between February 2018 and May 2026.
The record contains 9 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 22 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
HW15 FPU Mileage History
- 06/02/201816,532 mi
- 08/03/201930,174 mi+13,642 mi
- 22/05/202046,450 mi+16,276 mi
- 22/05/202046,450 mi
- 11/05/202156,580 mi+10,130 mi
- 17/05/202270,353 mi+13,773 mi
- 11/05/202383,963 mi+13,610 mi
- 13/05/2024105,097 mi+21,134 mi
- 20/05/2024105,696 mi+599 mi
- 24/04/2025130,174 mi+24,478 mi
- 22/05/2026153,626 mi+23,452 mi
- 22/05/2026153,626 mi
Average of roughly 16,542 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën C3 Picasso
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: CITROEN C3 PICASSO
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Engine bay fuse box (BSM) relay failure(Serious)
The under-bonnet engine fuse and relay box (BSM) suffers from moisture ingress and internal relay burnout. Faulty connections lead to intermittent stalling, loss of headlight or wiper operation, or sudden limp-home mode with antipollution warning messages.
- 1.6 HDi turbocharger oil starvation from gauze strainer blockage(Serious)
The 1.6-litre HDi 16V engine utilizes a miniature mesh filter inside the turbo oil feed pipe banjo bolt. Extended oil change intervals or degraded oil cause carbon deposits to clog this gauze strainer, starving the turbocharger bearings of lubrication and causing sudden bearing destruction.
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- Engine bay fuse box (BSM) relay failureSerious
The under-bonnet engine fuse and relay box (BSM) suffers from moisture ingress and internal relay burnout. Faulty connections lead to intermittent stalling, loss of headlight or wiper operation, or sudden limp-home mode with antipollution warning messages.
- 1.6 HDi turbocharger oil starvation from gauze strainer blockageSerious
The 1.6-litre HDi 16V engine utilizes a miniature mesh filter inside the turbo oil feed pipe banjo bolt. Extended oil change intervals or degraded oil cause carbon deposits to clog this gauze strainer, starving the turbocharger bearings of lubrication and causing sudden bearing destruction.
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