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EX61 ETJ

2011 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

56,595 mi
Last recorded56,595 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX61 ETJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 56,595 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2024 56,595 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/65/15 inner sidewall torn (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall torn (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2023 54,882 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2023 54,881 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer c.v gaiter insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 53,221 miles

Rear tyres perished

Pass 30 Sep 2021 50,239 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 47,070 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 42,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 39,232 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 39,156 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on side wall 185/65r15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre perished

Pass 22 Sep 2017 35,001 miles

rear tyres perishing

Pass 7 Oct 2016 30,041 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 30,027 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 25,296 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 20,797 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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EX61 ETJ is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol 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 EX61 ETJ, 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

How do I check the history of EX61 ETJ?

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What year was EX61 ETJ registered?

EX61 ETJ is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 22 September 2011.

Is EX61 ETJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX61 ETJ 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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