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CY61 CYP

2011 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

45,621 mi
Last recorded45,621 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY61 CYP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 45,621 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective detached system still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 42,956 miles

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly bumpy (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front exhaust hanger weld detached

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 10 Dec 2024 42,956 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly bumpy (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front exhaust hanger weld detached

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 38,902 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 38,902 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Nov 2022 32,627 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S N/S front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 27,103 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 26,896 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 26,254 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 24,207 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 24,207 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 20,908 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 20,908 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 15,519 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 14,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 14,456 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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CY61 CYP is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CY61 CYP, 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 CY61 CYP registered?

CY61 CYP is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 8 November 2011.

Is CY61 CYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY61 CYP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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