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GU61 GXV

2011 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

96,508 mi
Last recorded96,508 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 GXV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 96,508 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2025 90,799 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2025 90,794 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 May 2024 80,849 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 May 2024 80,849 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 77,570 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 77,523 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Water inside lens (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2021 72,427 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 72,427 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 61,968 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 54,617 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 54,617 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 50,225 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin disks worn (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre perished/cracking

Offside Rear tyre perished/cracking

Pass 27 Sep 2016 41,543 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre deteriorated but no chord showing

Offside Rear Tyre deteriorated but no chord showing

Pass 28 Sep 2015 33,203 miles

Front tyres perished/cracking

Rear tyres perished

Rear wiper blade split

Fail 28 Sep 2015 33,203 miles

Front tyres perished/cracking

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

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

Rear tyres perished

Rear wiper blade split

Fail 24 Sep 2014 24,017 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/f tyre perished.

n/s/r tyre perished.

o/s wiper split

rear wiper split

Pass 24 Sep 2014 24,017 miles

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

n/s/f tyre perished.

n/s/r tyre perished.

o/s wiper split

rear wiper split

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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GU61 GXV is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 GU61 GXV, 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 GU61 GXV registered?

GU61 GXV is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is GU61 GXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 GXV shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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