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VK61 XYW

2011 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

67,385 mi
Last recorded67,385 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2024
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 XYW
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2024 67,385 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 50,500 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN AND PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN AND PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective EXHAUST HANGER CORRODED AWAY (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Jan 2023 50,498 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN AND PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN AND PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective EXHAUST HANGER CORRODED AWAY (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 42,886 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 39,376 miles

Exhaust mounting defective BACK BOX MOUNTING (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 39,376 miles

Exhaust mounting defective BACK BOX MOUNTING (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2020 36,018 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective corroded away from pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 31 Jan 2020 36,018 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective corroded away from pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 28,272 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 22,312 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 19,418 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

service brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 19 Sep 2015 16,274 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 9,708 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 XYW is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XYW, 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 VK61 XYW registered?

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

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