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NL11 SXM

2011 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

126,412 mi
Last recorded126,412 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL11 SXM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 126,412 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 119,981 miles

Front SUSPENSION TOP BEARING WORN

Rear AXLE BEAM AND CHASSIS RUSTING

Pass 22 Jan 2024 113,988 miles

rust on rear axle and chassis

Pass 20 Jan 2023 107,055 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 100,402 miles

light rust on rear suspension components

near side rear tyre wearing thin

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2021 91,694 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 82,851 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 72,650 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 63,271 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 54,892 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 46,484 miles

all four brake discs slightly worn

Fail 30 Apr 2015 40,498 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front exhaust bracket snapped

n/s/r tyre cracked

o/s/r tyre cracked

Pass 30 Apr 2015 40,498 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front exhaust bracket snapped

n/s/r tyre cracked

o/s/r tyre cracked

Pass 29 Apr 2014 32,167 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 30,843 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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NL11 SXM is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 NL11 SXM, 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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NL11 SXM is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 March 2011.

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