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MK11 SWJ

2011 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,271 mi
Last recorded21,271 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK11 SWJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 21,271 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 20,759 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT AND NEARSIDE REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 20,302 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Mar 2023 20,302 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both lamps (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 19,636 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 19,169 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres slight cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre in tread ()

Fail 1 Mar 2021 19,169 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres slight cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre in tread ()

Pass 11 Mar 2020 18,851 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 18,064 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 17,245 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 15,569 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 14,955 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 14,284 miles

slight wear in front discs

Pass 6 Mar 2014 12,960 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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MK11 SWJ is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MK11 SWJ, 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 MK11 SWJ registered?

MK11 SWJ is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is MK11 SWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK11 SWJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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