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DG59 ZBD

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

68,577 mi
Last recorded68,577 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 ZBD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 68,577 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 May 2024 65,677 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 65,673 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 30 Mar 2024 65,663 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner tie rod ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 63,173 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2023 63,173 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 60,383 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2022 60,383 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2021 56,270 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 52,747 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre pressure low

Pass 8 Mar 2019 49,646 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Nsr & Osr. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2019 49,646 miles

Exhaust system insecure Brackets corroded/broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Rim dented. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Nsr & Osr. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 46,657 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 46,657 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 42,555 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 42,555 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 39,137 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Ns & Os (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 33,571 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Nov 2013 27,303 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 27,303 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 22,387 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 18,017 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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DG59 ZBD is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 ZBD, 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 ZBD registered?

DG59 ZBD is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 22 September 2009.

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