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VU61 TZT

2011 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

127,675 mi
Last recorded127,675 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU61 TZT
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 127,675 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear chassis legs has slight surface corrosion

Fail 5 Aug 2025 127,674 miles

Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm drivers seat belt (7.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear chassis legs has slight surface corrosion

Pass 18 Jun 2024 126,928 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 118,702 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 107,407 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 99,227 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 92,918 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 92,918 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 86,486 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 75,826 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 66,348 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 55,327 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 44,247 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 33,191 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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VU61 TZT is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VU61 TZT, 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 VU61 TZT registered?

VU61 TZT is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 September 2011.

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The MOT history for VU61 TZT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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