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DG59 CFY

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

120,734 mi
Last recorded120,734 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2020
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 CFY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2020 120,734 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 112,878 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Sidelight (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Sidelight (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front 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 3 Jan 2018 103,326 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 92,864 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 92,864 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 57,072 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 57,072 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 56,405 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 56,405 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

BOTH FRONT / REAR BRAKE DISCS SURFACE CORRODED ON BRAKING SURFACE

UNDERSIDE / COMPONANTS SHOWING SURFACE CORROSION

Pass 1 Nov 2013 42,399 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 42,399 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 26,113 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 24,065 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 24,057 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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DG59 CFY is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 DG59 CFY, 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 DG59 CFY registered?

DG59 CFY is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is DG59 CFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 CFY shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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