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EX59 XRA

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,516 mi
Last recorded44,516 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX59 XRA
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 44,516 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 44,516 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 42,409 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 42,409 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 38,480 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 34,962 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 31,595 miles

Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear tyres age cracking

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 30,082 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 27,921 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 25,897 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 23,789 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 20,616 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 20,616 miles

Offside 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)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 17,384 miles

Offside Front tyre has a nail in it

Pass 13 Aug 2014 14,477 miles

n/s/front wheel bearing borderline noise

Fail 13 Aug 2014 14,477 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/front wheel bearing borderline noise

Pass 23 Aug 2013 11,196 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 7,735 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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EX59 XRA is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey 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 EX59 XRA, 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 XRA registered?

EX59 XRA is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is EX59 XRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX59 XRA 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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