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GFZ 1879

2011 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

144,386 mi
Last recorded144,386 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFZ 1879
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 144,386 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 114,906 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Fail 15 Mar 2025 114,640 miles

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

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2024 85,319 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 56,430 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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GFZ 1879 is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GFZ 1879, 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 GFZ 1879?

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What year was GFZ 1879 registered?

GFZ 1879 is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 April 2011.

Is GFZ 1879 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFZ 1879 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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