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FX61 XEL

2011 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,879 mi
Last recorded125,879 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX61 XEL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 125,879 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2025 125,761 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear 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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 116,029 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 106,555 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 106,555 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 97,389 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Sep 2021 88,582 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 81,852 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 73,430 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 64,128 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm + cracked and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 56,068 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

O/S/R tyre cracked & perished.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 7 Sep 2017 56,068 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/S/R tyre cracked & perished.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Sep 2016 48,353 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 48,353 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 41,369 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 30,988 miles

exhaust rear silencer box forward mounting broken,but exhaust system is adequately supported.

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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FX61 XEL is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FX61 XEL, 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 FX61 XEL registered?

FX61 XEL is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 9 September 2011.

Is FX61 XEL safe to buy?

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