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CV61 YPE

2011 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,574 mi
Last recorded86,574 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV61 YPE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 86,574 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 82,730 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 71,577 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 62,132 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 59,604 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres very slightly perishing 195/60/R15H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 56,360 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 54,234 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Mar 2020 54,234 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 48,186 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Mar 2018 40,418 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 40,418 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' items on mirror (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 32,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 18,018 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 14,878 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 14,878 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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CV61 YPE is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CV61 YPE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV61 YPE registered?

CV61 YPE is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 15 November 2011.

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