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FP61 FWS

2011 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

64,132 mi
Last recorded64,132 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP61 FWS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 64,132 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 57,851 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2024 57,846 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements badly damaged (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Outer driveshaft gaiter loose on joint

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Outer driveshaft gaiter loose on outer joint

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 55,296 miles

Exhaust mounting defective front and rear (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 24 Oct 2023 55,296 miles

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

Exhaust mounting defective front and rear (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 49,498 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 44,445 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (both outer edge) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 38,707 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 38,707 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clamp missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 33,533 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 27,903 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 27,903 miles

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

Rear Inner 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))

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Nov 2017 21,537 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres perished and cracking

Pass 2 Dec 2016 19,326 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 16,389 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 12,947 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 12,947 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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FP61 FWS is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FP61 FWS, 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 FP61 FWS registered?

FP61 FWS is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 3 November 2011.

Is FP61 FWS safe to buy?

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