2011 Citroen DS3 1.6L Diesel · FP61 HXK
2011 Citroen DS3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 16 Dec 2011. Recorded mileage 92,421 miles. MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN DS3
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,421 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FP61 HXK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/04/2026
- 92,421 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FP61 HXK 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 (FP61 HXK) between November 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 14 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). 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: “Front Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
FP61 HXK Mileage History
- 04/11/202492,315 mi
- 07/02/202592,331 mi+16 mi
- 07/02/202592,332 mi+1 mi
- 02/04/202692,421 mi+89 mi
- 14/04/202692,421 mi
Average of roughly 74 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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: Below 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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