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HV11 PVJ

2011 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

91,395 mi
Last recorded91,395 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV11 PVJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 91,395 miles

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

rear dead axle has slight corrosion

Pass 19 Mar 2025 86,327 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 86,327 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 80,140 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

rear exhaust silencer has slight corrosion around mountings

Pass 24 Mar 2023 73,752 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

exhaust system has slight corrosion around mountings

Fail 24 Mar 2023 73,752 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

exhaust system has slight corrosion around mountings

Pass 21 Mar 2022 69,327 miles

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

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

Fail 21 Mar 2022 69,327 miles

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

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 63,365 miles

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

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

Fail 16 Mar 2021 63,365 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 59,639 miles

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

exhaust system has slight corrosion around mountings

towbar component has slight corrosion

Pass 12 Mar 2019 54,059 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Valve stem slightly damaged all four (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 54,059 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Valve stem slightly damaged all four (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 48,744 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 43,513 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 21 Mar 2017 43,513 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 37,615 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 31,298 miles

o/s and n/s front tyres slightly perished

Pass 6 Mar 2014 22,556 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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HV11 PVJ is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 HV11 PVJ, 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 HV11 PVJ registered?

HV11 PVJ is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 25 March 2011.

Is HV11 PVJ safe to buy?

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