2017 Citroen C3 1.6L Diesel · K31 ULY
2017 Citroen C3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 2017. Recorded mileage 71,308 miles. MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C3
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,308 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K31 ULY Key Findings
- 8 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/11/2025
- 71,308 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
K31 ULY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
8 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Citroen C3 (K31 ULY) between December 2020 and November 2025.
The record contains 6 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
K31 ULY Mileage History
- 18/12/202054,286 mi
- 28/12/202158,532 mi+4,246 mi
- 29/12/202263,082 mi+4,550 mi
- 20/12/202367,510 mi+4,428 mi
- 20/12/202367,510 mi
- 25/11/202469,613 mi+2,103 mi
- 27/11/202469,613 mi
- 19/11/202571,308 mi+1,695 mi
Average of roughly 3,460 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën C3 (Mk3)
Our database tracks 4 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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