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CE59 YPZ

2009 Citroen C3

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

134,125 mi
Last recorded134,125 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE59 YPZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2024 134,125 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 126,761 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2023 126,703 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 117,554 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 109,825 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 87,695 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 74,564 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 74,532 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 70,038 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Dec 2017 70,038 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 63,332 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 58,056 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 58,056 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 49,995 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 49,993 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Upper Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 42,884 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 42,884 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 33,562 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 32,134 miles

Offside Front Gas suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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 YPZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Green with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 CE59 YPZ, 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 YPZ registered?

CE59 YPZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 17 November 2009.

Is CE59 YPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE59 YPZ shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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