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CV11 VXC

2011 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

118,013 mi
Last recorded118,013 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV11 VXC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 118,013 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 114,156 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 104,321 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 104,321 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 95,152 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 88,073 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 79,488 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 65,419 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 65,419 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 52,458 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 39,953 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 39,952 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 38,201 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 32,336 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear discs corroded

Pass 23 May 2014 26,861 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 25,344 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C3?

Based on 4,435,918 MOT tests across 313,601 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
5,216
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
313,601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 107,792
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 76,366
Registration plate lamp not working 63,376
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 46,618
Stop lamp not working 39,780
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CV11 VXC is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 57,950 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 107,792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV11 VXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C3 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 15 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CV11 VXC registered?

CV11 VXC is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 9 April 2011.

Is CV11 VXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV11 VXC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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