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CE59 UKZ

2009 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

127,501 mi
Last recorded127,501 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE59 UKZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 127,501 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

offside front outer cv boot insecure/clip broken

Fail 1 Apr 2026 127,501 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

offside front outer cv boot insecure/clip broken

Pass 21 Mar 2025 116,932 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 109,157 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 107,529 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 107,529 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 105,366 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 94,630 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 80,313 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 65,342 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 51,991 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 42,023 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 37,617 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front inner brake disc's slightly pitted

Pass 5 Feb 2013 32,327 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jan 2013 32,312 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2012 29,774 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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CE59 UKZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 UKZ, 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 CE59 UKZ registered?

CE59 UKZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 11 November 2009.

Is CE59 UKZ safe to buy?

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