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LX61 YCM

2011 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

85,798 mi
Last recorded85,798 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX61 YCM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 85,798 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2026 85,794 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 6 May 2026 85,641 miles

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

play in steering

wipers smear

Pass 15 May 2025 76,299 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 66,429 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 64,086 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 59,538 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 52,840 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Dec 2021 52,840 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Dec 2020 48,963 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 41,149 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Dec 2019 41,130 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Nov 2018 35,875 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 31,104 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust back box bracket broken but system is still supported

n/s/r tyre wearing bald on the inner edge

oil leak

rear pads getting low

Pass 3 Nov 2016 26,330 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 26,330 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 20,780 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 12,794 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 12,794 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LX61 YCM is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol 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 LX61 YCM, 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 LX61 YCM registered?

LX61 YCM is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 20 October 2011.

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