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VK61 XUA

2011 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,363 mi
Last recorded98,363 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 XUA
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2025 98,363 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 93,306 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 85,828 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 79,084 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2021 72,314 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 65,855 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2020 65,855 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 60,242 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 52,950 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 44,253 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 44,252 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 36,517 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 29,071 miles

Centre exhaust hanger/bracket missing

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

Fail 17 Sep 2015 29,071 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Centre exhaust hanger/bracket missing

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 22,660 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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VK61 XUA is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VK61 XUA, 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 VK61 XUA registered?

VK61 XUA is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is VK61 XUA safe to buy?

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