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LV61 UVZ

2011 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,602 mi
Last recorded137,602 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV61 UVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 137,602 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bearing (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 127,158 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 121,531 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 118,252 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 113,132 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 111,184 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2021 111,127 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 99,849 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 88,744 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 77,797 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 59,827 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 41,401 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2015 41,401 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 38,008 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 38,790 miles

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

fuel cooler damaged

rear fog lamp unit damaged and cracked.

rear reverse lamp unit has water ingress.

undertray damaged.

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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LV61 UVZ is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 LV61 UVZ, 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 LV61 UVZ registered?

LV61 UVZ is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 17 December 2011.

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