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EX59 BXF

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,994 mi
Last recorded39,994 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX59 BXF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 39,994 miles

Exhaust corroded

Fail 11 Mar 2026 39,994 miles

Exhaust corroded

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

Pass 18 Mar 2025 38,809 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 18 Mar 2025 38,809 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2024 37,652 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear exhaust outer casing corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2023 36,426 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Mar 2022 35,282 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 25 Mar 2022 35,282 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Apr 2021 33,951 miles

Exhaust corroded

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both - rear bushes age cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Damp (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2021 33,948 miles

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

Exhaust corroded

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both - rear bushes age cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Damp (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2020 32,684 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 31,422 miles

Exhaust corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2018 30,327 miles

Both front tyres wearing low 3mm

Exhaust corroded

wipers poor

Pass 15 Mar 2017 29,081 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 27,957 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 26,785 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 25,483 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 14,072 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 14,072 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 13,198 miles

Child seat fitted to O/S/R so seatbelt checked as best as possible

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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EX59 BXF is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EX59 BXF, 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 EX59 BXF registered?

EX59 BXF is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is EX59 BXF safe to buy?

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