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SL60 SYC

2010 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

120,419 mi
Last recorded120,419 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Citroen C360,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL60 SYC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 120,419 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2026 120,413 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 120,115 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 14 Sep 2024 120,115 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 116,149 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 106,296 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 98,271 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 91,245 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 83,467 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 75,459 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 65,990 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 65,935 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported Pipe (7.1.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Seat belt cut sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Box (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 53,303 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Sep 2016 53,005 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

heat shield insecure

Pass 24 Sep 2015 40,264 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 30,531 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 23,273 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 27 Sep 2013 23,273 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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SL60 SYC is a 2010 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2010 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 60,233 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 SL60 SYC, 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 16 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SL60 SYC is a 2010 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2010.

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