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CE59 CAV

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

108,394 mi
Last recorded108,394 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE59 CAV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 108,394 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 101,992 miles

Offside Rear exhaust bracket broken

Offside Rear tyre has a nail inner tread

Pass 16 Apr 2021 95,872 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2020 92,700 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box strap (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Apr 2020 92,700 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box strap (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 89,423 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 72,686 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 May 2016 67,259 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 60,135 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 60,135 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 46,664 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 37,380 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 37,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 34,703 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 16 Jul 2012 34,703 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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CE59 CAV is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CE59 CAV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CE59 CAV registered?

CE59 CAV is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is CE59 CAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE59 CAV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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