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EX09 DFA

2009 Citroen C3

White Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,248 mi
Last recorded35,248 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX09 DFA
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 35,248 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2024 33,743 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps lens dull (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 9 Dec 2024 33,743 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top/upper bush/bearing worn/excessive play /movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper worn/split+ insecure (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible reg plate faded (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps lens dull (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 31,946 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 31,946 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 30,143 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 26,537 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 24,026 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Dec 2020 24,026 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 23,028 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 20,970 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 18,944 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 17,569 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 17,568 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 16,429 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 14,075 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 8,274 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 5,978 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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EX09 DFA is a 2009 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EX09 DFA, 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 EX09 DFA registered?

EX09 DFA is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is EX09 DFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX09 DFA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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