2011 Citroen DS3 1.6L Petrol · CV61 JNK
2011 Citroen DS3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 42,746 miles. MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN DS3
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,746 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CV61 JNK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/08/2026
- 42,746 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CV61 JNK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Citroen Ds3 (CV61 JNK) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))”; “Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))”.
CV61 JNK Mileage History
- 05/08/202438,351 mi
- 06/08/202438,358 mi+7 mi
- 05/08/202565,434 mi+27,076 mi
- 05/08/202540,667 mi-24,767 mi
- 10/08/202642,746 mi+2,079 mi
Average of roughly 2,184 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën DS3
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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