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EK09 YMJ

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

95,849 mi
Last recorded95,849 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK09 YMJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 95,849 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 20 Oct 2020 95,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 87,097 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 87,096 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 81,089 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Apr 2018 81,089 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Apr 2017 75,950 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 75,949 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 69,473 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Apr 2016 69,473 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 60,835 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 60,835 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 52,420 miles

high level brake light inop

Pass 24 Apr 2013 44,680 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres perishing

screw in n/s/r tyre

slight lump on o/s/r tyres outer sidewall

Pass 30 Apr 2012 37,992 miles

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

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

screw in n/s/r tyre

Fail 30 Apr 2012 37,992 miles

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

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

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

screw in n/s/r tyre

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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EK09 YMJ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 EK09 YMJ, 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 EK09 YMJ registered?

EK09 YMJ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 April 2009.

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