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SM61 FHB

2011 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

56,048 mi
Last recorded56,048 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 FHB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 56,048 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 53,024 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 50,840 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 47,749 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 45,141 miles

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 43,114 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 41,867 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 41,867 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2019 40,655 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Aug 2019 40,655 miles

Exhaust system insecure Front and centre brackets corroded off exhaust. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear Rubber tearing up.

Pass 6 Sep 2018 35,016 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 31,177 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

UNDERTRAY FITTED

Pass 12 Sep 2016 26,328 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust brackets cracked

Pass 2 Sep 2015 20,932 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 15,345 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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SM61 FHB is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SM61 FHB, 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 SM61 FHB registered?

SM61 FHB is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 24 November 2011.

Is SM61 FHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 FHB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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