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WJ61 VCT

2011 Citroen C3

Beige Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,275 mi
Last recorded31,275 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ61 VCT
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 31,275 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2026 31,274 miles

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

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

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both - rear bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 30,660 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 30,651 miles

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

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

This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact Citroën for information and to arrange a free repair’

Pass 14 Aug 2024 29,919 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 28,562 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 26,926 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 25,863 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 24,970 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 24,970 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 23,773 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 22,499 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 19,648 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 16,958 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 14,372 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 10,317 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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WJ61 VCT is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Beige with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WJ61 VCT, 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 WJ61 VCT registered?

WJ61 VCT is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 2 September 2011.

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