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VN61 OSM

2011 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,508 mi
Last recorded59,508 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN61 OSM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 59,508 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 59,507 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure BRACKET (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure BRACKET (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2017 47,044 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 47,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre outer sidewall becoming perished (No canvas visible)

Offside Rear tyre outer sidewall becoming perished (No canvas visible)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 34,639 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear indicators just starting to emit white light

Pass 20 Jul 2015 24,988 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 22,926 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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VN61 OSM is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VN61 OSM, 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 VN61 OSM registered?

VN61 OSM is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 October 2011.

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