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CP59 MVC

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

50,513 mi
Last recorded50,513 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP59 MVC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 50,513 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front N.S.F shock not located into hub correctly

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 45,449 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 28 Nov 2023 45,447 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 37,663 miles

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Check strap worn. (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 29,259 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both N/S and O/S. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2021 29,257 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both N/S and O/S. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 24,587 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 24,328 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 23,657 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 22,243 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 20,571 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 19,284 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 18,243 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 15,688 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 15,688 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 11,946 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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CP59 MVC is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol 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 CP59 MVC, 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 CP59 MVC registered?

CP59 MVC is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 December 2009.

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