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DG61 BYX

2011 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

52,325 mi
Last recorded52,325 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG61 BYX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 52,325 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 46,482 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Oct 2024 46,482 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour White (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour White (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 41,406 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 34,592 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2022 34,592 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure and rear (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 28,448 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 28,448 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 22,524 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Sep 2019 14,927 miles

emissions not detected at (dsm) too low

Pass 7 Sep 2018 13,475 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2018 13,475 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 12,013 miles

Rear osr nsr tyres outer side wall splitting and cracking

Pass 6 Oct 2016 10,238 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 7,127 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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DG61 BYX is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DG61 BYX, 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 DG61 BYX registered?

DG61 BYX is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 November 2011.

Is DG61 BYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG61 BYX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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