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SM61 LXP

2011 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

120,567 mi
Last recorded120,567 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 120,567 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Handbrake cable at caliper (1.1.15 (a))

Fail 27 Nov 2023 120,541 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Full outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Full outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Handbrake cable at caliper (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 104,377 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 104,337 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 2 holes on outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 91,006 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 91,006 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 80,966 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 72,525 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 59,247 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 59,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 47,226 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Nov 2017 47,226 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 41,065 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 37,869 miles

under trims fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 13 Nov 2014 27,342 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 27,342 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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 LXP is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SM61 LXP, 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 SM61 LXP registered?

SM61 LXP is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 November 2011.

Is SM61 LXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 LXP shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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