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NJ61 XZS

2011 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

87,090 mi
Last recorded87,090 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ61 XZS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 87,090 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective at silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Feb 2025 87,090 miles

Headlamp aim too high both adjusted on test (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working replaced bulb (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective at silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps bulbs replaced in both lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 78,097 miles

Front shock absorber bodies corroded

Fail 26 Feb 2024 78,097 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front shock absorber bodies corroded

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 74,626 miles

Front shock absorber bodies corroded

Fail 27 Feb 2023 74,626 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front shock absorber bodies corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2022 67,167 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 59,994 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Front bumper insecure

Fail 24 Feb 2021 59,994 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 4 Sep 2019 49,818 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 49,818 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both adjusted on test (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced replaced bulb (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure reweld mount (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 42,637 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 42,637 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust stays broken down exhaust

Pass 24 Aug 2017 37,057 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 30,623 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 23,386 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 23,731 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

service spanner on instrument panel

Pass 3 Feb 2015 23,731 miles

service spanner on instrument panel

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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NJ61 XZS is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 NJ61 XZS, 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 NJ61 XZS registered?

NJ61 XZS is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2011.

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