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2016 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · RV16 BLX

RV16 BLX

2016 Citroen C1 (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2016. Recorded mileage 49,057 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
CITROEN C1
Year / Origin
2016 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 24/09/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
49,057 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 24/09/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
998cc
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 presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes. The most recent test on 25 September 2025 at 49,057 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following an initial failure on the same day. This immediate rectification suggests a minor or easily corrected issue that was addressed quickly before the retest, as the vehicle has maintained a clean record without advisories over the previous three years. The mileage pattern indicates consistently low usage for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per year. Between March 2023 at 37,371 miles and April 2024 at 42,620 miles, the car covered 5,249 miles, while the subsequent interval saw 6,437 miles between April 2024 and September 2025. This low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it increases the likelihood of issues related to age or periods of inactivity. While the MOT record shows no recurring advisories, a buyer should focus on inspecting components affected by low-mileage operation. Low mileage can often lead to flat spotting on tyres or seized brake calipers due to lack of use. A physical inspection of the rubber bushes in the suspension and the structural integrity of the chassis is essential, as these elements degrade through age and environmental exposure regardless of the distance driven.

RV16 BLX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/09/2025
  • 49,057 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
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RV16 BLX Mileage History

  1. 30/03/202337,371 mi
  2. 03/04/202442,620 mi+5,249 mi
  3. 02/04/202548,296 mi+5,676 mi
  4. 25/09/202549,057 mi+761 mi
  5. 25/09/202549,057 mi

Average of roughly 4,690 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RV16 BLX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Jun 2026, 02:00
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 C1 (RV16 BLX) between March 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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ADVISORY