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SY61 ODB

2011 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,898 mi
Last recorded49,898 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY61 ODB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 49,898 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs pitted/corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust heat shield loose.

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Aug 2026 49,898 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs pitted/corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust heat shield loose.

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2025 39,787 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2025 39,532 miles

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

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

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

Rear exhaust heat shields insecure

Pass 20 Aug 2024 31,484 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 31,454 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 29,589 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 27,269 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 25,270 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 23,532 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 21,260 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 19,228 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 17,199 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 14,610 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 12,241 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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SY61 ODB is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Red 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 SY61 ODB, 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 SY61 ODB registered?

SY61 ODB is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is SY61 ODB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY61 ODB 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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