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EJ59 BAU

2009 Citroen C3

White Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

116,518 mi
Last recorded116,518 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ59 BAU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2023 116,518 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 116,157 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 106,412 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 104,497 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 100,166 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 89,533 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 78,598 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 66,329 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 66,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 54,277 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 41,311 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 41,311 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 33,342 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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EJ59 BAU is a 2009 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 EJ59 BAU, 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 EJ59 BAU registered?

EJ59 BAU is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is EJ59 BAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ59 BAU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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