2021 Citroen C3 1.2L Petrol · DL70 XMU
2021 Citroen C3 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 26 Jan 2021. Recorded mileage 12,723 miles. MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C3
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 12,723 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
DL70 XMU Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/01/2026
- 12,723 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DL70 XMU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Citroen C3 (DL70 XMU) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
DL70 XMU Mileage History
- 23/01/20246,717 mi
- 16/01/202510,068 mi+3,351 mi
- 19/01/202612,723 mi+2,655 mi
Average of roughly 3,017 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Citroën Citroën C3 (Mk3)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (DL70 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as DL70XMU.
MERCEDES-BENZ
SL
TOYOTA
YARIS ICON HEV CVT
FORD
FIESTA TREND TURBO
SKODA
KAROQ
NISSAN
JUKE N-CONNECTA DIG-T
VAUXHALL
CORSA ELITE NAV PREMIUM TRBO A
MERCEDES-BENZ
GLA 200 AMG LINE PREMIUM + A
MERCEDES-BENZ
A 250 AMG LINE PREMIUM E AUTO
SEAT
IBIZA
MITSUBISHI
ECLIPSE CROSS DESIGN SE 4X2
TOYOTA
C-HR
MITSUBISHI
L200 TROJAN DI-D AUTO
CITROEN C3 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2021 model year cars.
- 1.2 PureTech "Wet Belt" DegradationSerious
The timing belt runs in oil and can degrade, shedding debris that blocks the oil pickup. This leads to oil starvation, vacuum pump failure, and a dangerous loss of braking assistance (Recall R/2020/331).
- AdBlue Tank and Pump FailureSerious
The AdBlue system on BlueHDi diesels is prone to pump failure, often requiring a full tank replacement.
- Exhaust Back Box DetachmentModerate
The exhaust back box support rod or joint can corrode prematurely, causing the muffler to hang low or detach entirely.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.