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2016 Citroen C3 1.2L Petrol · M4 SVO

M4 SVO

2016 Citroen C3 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 28 Apr 2016. Recorded mileage 87,046 miles. MOT valid until 08 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
CITROEN C3
Year / Origin
2016 · Manchester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 08 Nov 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
87,046 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 08 Nov 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1200cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle appears to be in a stable condition regarding its roadworthiness, with the most recent MOT test on 1 November 2025 showing a pass with no recorded defects. The history shows a pattern of initial failures followed by successful retests on the same day, suggesting that minor issues identified during the inspection were rectified immediately. This indicates a proactive approach to maintaining the vehicle's legal compliance. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression from 67,680 miles in November 2023 to 75,650 miles in November 2024, and finally reaching 87,046 miles by November 2025. This incremental increase suggests regular, predictable usage rather than long periods of stationary storage or excessive high-speed motorway driving. While the MOT history is clean of structural corrosion or suspension defects, the recurring failures on the same day as the passes suggest the vehicle may have minor consumable issues that require attention. A physical inspection should focus on checking the condition of the brake discs and pads, as well as the suspension bushes and coil springs, to ensure no wear has developed since the last test. You should also verify the current tread depth on all tyres and the condition of the wiper blades to ensure they meet standard maintenance requirements.

M4 SVO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/11/2025
  • 87,046 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
73
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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M4 SVO Mileage History

  1. 07/11/202367,680 mi
  2. 01/11/202475,650 mi+7,970 mi
  3. 01/11/202475,650 mi
  4. 01/11/202587,046 mi+11,396 mi
  5. 01/11/202587,046 mi

Average of roughly 9,753 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

M4 SVO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Citroen C3 (M4 SVO) between November 2023 and November 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 01 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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