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CP59 OBC

2009 Citroen C3

Beige Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,445 mi
Last recorded99,445 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP59 OBC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 99,445 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2024 97,036 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 97,030 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 89,457 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 82,719 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner tyre wearinig

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 76,748 miles

Offside Front Inner tyre tread wearing

Pass 10 Oct 2020 71,054 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 60,777 miles

advise front tyres cracking

Fail 9 Apr 2019 60,777 miles

Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended centre lap belt (7.1.2 (c))

advise front tyres cracking

Pass 9 Apr 2018 53,423 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 46,917 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 40,782 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 32,281 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 26,285 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 20,717 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 19,021 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 OBC is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Beige with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OBC, 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 CP59 OBC registered?

CP59 OBC is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 21 December 2009.

Is CP59 OBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP59 OBC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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