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DG11 GRU

2011 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

92,730 mi
Last recorded92,730 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG11 GRU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 92,730 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s on the inside edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 92,730 miles

Front Position lamp not working both n/s and o/s (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s on the inside edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured mirror indicator (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 89,271 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 83,991 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under-trays fitted obsecuring some underside components

Fail 5 Mar 2024 83,991 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

under-trays fitted obsecuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2023 80,610 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 74,997 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Mar 2022 74,997 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 68,703 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 63,061 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 57,158 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 50,689 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 50,688 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported front and rear brackets (7.1.1)

Nearside Front tyre sidewall deteriorated

Offside Front tyre has cracking in tread pattern

Pass 30 Mar 2017 44,019 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Apr 2016 37,978 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 31,483 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 27,169 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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DG11 GRU is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DG11 GRU, 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 DG11 GRU registered?

DG11 GRU is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 March 2011.

Is DG11 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG11 GRU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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