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AU09 WVM

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

39,312 mi
Last recorded39,312 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 WVM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 39,312 miles

Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 37,052 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 34,556 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2023 34,555 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 31,536 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 27,920 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 25,102 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 24,939 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 24,939 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2018 24,746 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 24,244 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 23,131 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 21,310 miles

all tyres slightly perished

Pass 10 Feb 2014 18,719 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 10 Feb 2014 18,719 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Feb 2013 15,310 miles

Centre Brake light not working

Front brakes binding slightly.

Pass 6 Mar 2012 12,092 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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AU09 WVM is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 57,854 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 AU09 WVM, 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 17 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU09 WVM registered?

AU09 WVM is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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The MOT history for AU09 WVM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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