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PNZ 3958

2011 Citroen C3

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

98,632 mi
Last recorded98,632 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNZ 3958
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 98,632 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

front exhaust mounting missing

rear floor and behind bumper are damaged

Fail 17 Oct 2025 98,632 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

front exhaust mounting missing

rear floor and behind bumper are damaged

Pass 23 Oct 2024 91,106 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust heat shield loose

front exhaust mounting missing

rear floor and behind bumper is damaged and covered in underseal

Fail 18 Oct 2024 90,927 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

exhaust heat shield loose

front exhaust mounting and rear exhaust mounting before silencer are missing but exhaust is still secure

rear exhaust mounting bracket deteriorated, corroded/ rusty

rear floor and behind bumper is damaged and covered in underseal

Pass 10 Nov 2023 80,762 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 80,761 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 78,779 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 74,758 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 70,387 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 70,387 miles

Headlamp aim too high n/s and o/s (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 65,774 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 62,240 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Oct 2017 59,315 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking/spliting

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 11 Oct 2017 59,315 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking/spliting

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Oct 2016 56,145 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 54,268 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 46,996 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 46,996 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 41,967 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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PNZ 3958 is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Green with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 PNZ 3958, 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 PNZ 3958 registered?

PNZ 3958 is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 April 2011.

Is PNZ 3958 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNZ 3958 shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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