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EX09 PBZ

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,644 mi
Last recorded17,644 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX09 PBZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 17,644 miles

Offside wiper slightly smears

Pass 11 Mar 2025 17,105 miles

Exhaust mounting defective tailpipe strap corroded through (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2024 16,792 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective strap corroded through (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 16,415 miles

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

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 15,836 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 15,836 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 15,315 miles

Offside Outer c.v gaiter clip loose

Pass 25 Mar 2020 14,989 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 13,973 miles

Nearside mirror missing

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides front and back (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 13,099 miles

Offside Front wiper split on end

all 4 tyres cracking

Pass 13 Mar 2017 11,618 miles

all four tyres cracking

Pass 11 Mar 2016 10,099 miles

front and rear tyres all deteriorated

Pass 19 Mar 2015 8,704 miles

slight deterioration of all tyres

Fail 19 Mar 2015 8,704 miles

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)

slight deterioration of all tyres

Pass 25 Mar 2014 7,295 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 5,742 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 4,408 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 4,408 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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 PBZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 PBZ, 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 EX09 PBZ registered?

EX09 PBZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 March 2009.

Is EX09 PBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX09 PBZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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