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FD09 ZPH

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

70,572 mi
Last recorded70,572 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD09 ZPH
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 70,572 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 67,674 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 64,071 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 60,068 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 56,819 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 56,819 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 53,003 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 53,003 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 52,438 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 45,753 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 37,456 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 34,766 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 31,496 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 27,250 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2015 22,537 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2015 22,537 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 17,823 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 13,438 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

advise both front tyres wearing low on 3mm.

Fail 24 Jan 2013 13,438 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise both front tyres wearing low on 3mm.

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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FD09 ZPH is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FD09 ZPH, 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 FD09 ZPH registered?

FD09 ZPH is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 6 August 2009.

Is FD09 ZPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD09 ZPH shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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