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AU59 YOD

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,594 mi
Last recorded85,594 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU59 YOD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 85,594 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 85,588 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 79,184 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 79,182 miles

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play ns (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Wheel bearing rough when rotated osf (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively osf (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm osf (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

os cv boot insicure

Pass 10 Sep 2018 69,774 miles

Chip on windscreen (in swept area on passenger side)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 61,458 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 61,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 52,850 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 37,993 miles

rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 2 Dec 2013 25,324 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Dec 2013 25,324 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 12,394 miles

n/s/f tyre feathering on sidewall.

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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AU59 YOD is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU59 YOD, 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 AU59 YOD registered?

AU59 YOD is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 7 October 2009.

Is AU59 YOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU59 YOD shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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