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SY61 PZJ

2011 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,147 mi
Last recorded123,147 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 123,147 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 102,665 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2018 102,665 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 75,610 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2016 53,157 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 29,382 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 29,382 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 15,179 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 15,179 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 PZJ is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SY61 PZJ, 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 SY61 PZJ registered?

SY61 PZJ is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 2 September 2011.

Is SY61 PZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY61 PZJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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