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BG61 PJV

2011 Citroen C1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

56,519 mi
Last recorded56,519 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C150,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 PJV
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 56,519 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 52,506 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 48,180 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2023 48,180 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 47,187 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Jun 2023 47,186 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 46,079 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 41,409 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 35,815 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 29,943 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 26,615 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 21,253 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 20,330 miles

both rear tyre treads cracking

Pass 21 Oct 2015 18,259 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 16,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front wiper split

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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BG61 PJV is a 2011 Citroen C1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 50,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG61 PJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 15 years old, this Citroen C1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG61 PJV registered?

BG61 PJV is a 2011 Citroen C1, first registered on 18 November 2011.

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The MOT history for BG61 PJV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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