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FR11 XGS

2011 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,234 mi
Last recorded121,234 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR11 XGS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 121,234 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Nov 2024 121,211 miles

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

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

Exhaust mounting defective 2nd from rear exhaust mount rusted off (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear heat shield insecure

Pass 17 Nov 2022 117,145 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 117,145 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 105,491 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 92,953 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))

Pass 27 May 2019 75,576 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective n/s o/s (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 63,866 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 63,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect H7 Bulb (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 May 2017 55,584 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 May 2017 55,584 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

smoke test would not register

Pass 21 May 2016 45,476 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 36,408 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 29,101 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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FR11 XGS is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FR11 XGS, 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 FR11 XGS registered?

FR11 XGS is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 10 August 2011.

Is FR11 XGS safe to buy?

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