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DU59 MXZ

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

141,059 mi
Last recorded141,059 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU59 MXZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 141,059 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 137,165 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2025 137,165 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 131,733 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 124,467 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 118,428 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 118,403 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating Both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 105,427 miles

Central sub frame corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2020 104,633 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front both tyres wearing on the inner edges

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear axle corroded but not weakened

Fail 16 Sep 2020 104,617 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front both tyres wearing on the inner edges

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear axle corroded but not weakened

Pass 21 Aug 2019 98,423 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 90,012 miles

Nearside Front tyre badly worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear indicator bulb getting pale

Offside Front badly worn on inner edge

Fail 5 Sep 2018 89,939 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre badly worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear indicator bulb getting pale

Offside Front badly worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Sep 2017 80,482 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 68,983 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 58,442 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 47,506 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 47,506 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 33,163 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 21,993 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 21,993 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DU59 MXZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 DU59 MXZ, 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 DU59 MXZ registered?

DU59 MXZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 4 November 2009.

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