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MK61 TGJ

2011 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,599 mi
Last recorded89,599 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK61 TGJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 89,599 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 89,597 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 86,496 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 80,586 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency requirements only just met

Fail 20 Oct 2023 80,586 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency requirements only just met

Pass 28 Oct 2022 74,745 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 67,718 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 67,718 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 60,125 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 58,614 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4mm, Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 53,324 miles

Exhaust mounting defective near back box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2017 39,135 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 28,495 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 23 Oct 2015 25,408 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S & O/S on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 19,151 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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MK61 TGJ is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc 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 MK61 TGJ, 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 MK61 TGJ registered?

MK61 TGJ is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 15 September 2011.

Is MK61 TGJ safe to buy?

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