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YY11 SXL

2011 Citroen C3

White Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,970 mi
Last recorded88,970 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Citroen C357,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY11 SXL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 88,970 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2026 88,960 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake excessively binding both rear (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2025 81,983 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear passenger door and arch damaged

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH REAR/ OSF (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Jun 2025 81,983 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear passenger door and arch damaged

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH REAR/ OSF (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 76,645 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 73,389 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 73,389 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 71,089 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 69,315 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2021 69,314 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from backbox to centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Cracking in tread

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 65,853 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 56,216 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 46,263 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 32,706 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 32,705 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 27,029 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 18,383 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 13,126 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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YY11 SXL is a 2011 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YY11 SXL, 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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YY11 SXL is a 2011 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 August 2011.

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