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EF59 WYG

2009 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,875 mi
Last recorded129,875 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF59 WYG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 129,875 miles

front anti roll bar link has slight play

Pass 7 Feb 2019 119,553 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 119,553 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2018 87,302 miles

Front Exhaust Coweling Insecure

Nearside Front Tyre Worn On Edges

Offside Front Tyre Worn On Edges

Fail 2 Jan 2018 87,302 miles

Front Exhaust Coweling Insecure

Nearside Front Tyre Worn On Edges

Offside Front Tyre Worn On Edges

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 62,989 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 62,989 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 56,721 miles

Front Exhaust Coweling Insecure

Nearside Front Tyre Wearing On Edges

Offside Front Tyre Wearing On Edges

Fail 9 Oct 2015 56,721 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Exhaust Coweling Insecure

Nearside Front Tyre Wearing On Edges

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Showing White (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre Wearing On Edges

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

Fail 3 Oct 2014 6,214 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 6,214 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 43,202 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 43,202 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 6,214 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside 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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EF59 WYG is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 EF59 WYG, 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

How do I check the history of EF59 WYG?

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What year was EF59 WYG registered?

EF59 WYG is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is EF59 WYG safe to buy?

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