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WV61 JVA

2011 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,247 mi
Last recorded122,247 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV61 JVA
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 122,247 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 115,505 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) advise repair ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 108,376 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

both rear tyres uneven wear on inner edges

steering knocking n/s - possible rack advise inspection

Fail 20 Dec 2023 108,300 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

both rear tyres uneven wear on inner edges

movement & knocking in n/s inner rack end advise early repair

Pass 13 Dec 2022 99,155 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges on limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges on limit (5.2.3 (e))

movement in n/s inner rack end

Pass 8 Dec 2021 91,625 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 91,618 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 84,914 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 77,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 18 Dec 2019 77,300 miles

Exhaust system insecure front and rear hangers broken (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 68,074 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 59,306 miles

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 22 Dec 2016 50,422 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2015 39,735 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 29,965 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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WV61 JVA is a 2011 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel 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 WV61 JVA, 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 WV61 JVA registered?

WV61 JVA is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 December 2011.

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