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FY61 EJF

2011 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

131,864 mi
Last recorded131,864 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY61 EJF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 131,864 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 131,862 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 127,854 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 124,203 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 119,597 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2023 119,597 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 114,060 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 109,095 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 105,596 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 97,089 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 87,324 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 76,841 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 65,004 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 65,004 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 53,451 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 50,382 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 50,382 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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FY61 EJF 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 76.5%.

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 FY61 EJF, 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 FY61 EJF registered?

FY61 EJF is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 24 September 2011.

Is FY61 EJF safe to buy?

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