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EX09 DFJ

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

97,263 mi
Last recorded97,263 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX09 DFJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 97,263 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 91,706 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2020 86,393 miles

Coolant leak ()

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

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

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

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

Fail 3 Jan 2020 86,393 miles

Coolant leak ()

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour 581 (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working 501 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2019 75,784 miles

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2019 75,784 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no pattern [bulb in wrong] ? (4.1.2 (a))

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

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions ALL tyres wrong rotation [fitted to wrong sides of vehicle] (5.2.3 (i))

Coolant leak thermostat area ()

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbones rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 66,594 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge [185/60/r15],88h (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Jan 2018 66,594 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge [185/60/r15],88h (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 55,531 miles

Nearside registration plate lamp bulb dim

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear tyre perished & split but no cord clearly visible

Pass 7 Jan 2016 45,040 miles

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

offside rear tyre cracking due to age

oil leak

Fail 6 Jan 2016 450,404 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre cracking due to age

oil leak

Pass 5 Jan 2015 38,876 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/r tyre age cracking

Pass 9 Jan 2014 32,716 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 30,760 miles

oil leaks

Fail 12 Apr 2013 30,760 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

oil leaks

Pass 5 Apr 2012 23,426 miles

front brake pads worn low advise attension

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 DFJ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 EX09 DFJ, 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 DFJ registered?

EX09 DFJ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 20 March 2009.

Is EX09 DFJ safe to buy?

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