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EX59 WGJ

2009 Citroen C3

Green Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

68,501 mi
Last recorded68,501 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX59 WGJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 68,501 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 68,501 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 67,477 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 66,232 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 66,232 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 64,915 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 63,712 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 62,848 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 61,537 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 60,111 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 58,330 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 56,726 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 54,941 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 51,485 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 49,486 miles

Front tyres perishing slightly on the outer walls.

Fail 3 Sep 2012 45,747 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 45,747 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

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 WGJ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Green with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WGJ, 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 WGJ registered?

EX59 WGJ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is EX59 WGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX59 WGJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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