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FG09 MVC

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,818 mi
Last recorded83,818 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 MVC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 83,818 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 76,620 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 68,438 miles

Oil leak ()

engine under tray fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2016 68,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak ()

engine under tray fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2015 55,492 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2014 43,886 miles

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

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

Rear wiper blade split to ends.

Pass 14 Jun 2013 33,305 miles

rear bumper damaged o/s lower

Pass 7 Jun 2012 23,616 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FG09 MVC is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FG09 MVC, 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.

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What year was FG09 MVC registered?

FG09 MVC is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is FG09 MVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG09 MVC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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