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MV11 SZK

2011 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

118,392 mi
Last recorded118,392 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV11 SZK
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 118,392 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 109,213 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 100,885 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 92,004 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 83,947 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2022 83,947 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2021 78,701 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Feb 2020 73,624 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 63,047 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 53,355 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 45,193 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 37,048 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 29,113 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 21,213 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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MV11 SZK is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MV11 SZK, 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 MV11 SZK registered?

MV11 SZK is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is MV11 SZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV11 SZK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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