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FG09 VEL

2009 Citroen C3

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,660 mi
Last recorded139,660 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 VEL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 139,660 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 139,637 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 133,953 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 121,280 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 104,417 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 18,261 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 83,069 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 73,542 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 73,073 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 63,714 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 55,979 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 49,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 49,786 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 43,376 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 35,146 miles

front disc starting to wear

n/s/f tyre on 2mm

o/s/f tyre on 3mm

Pass 27 Apr 2012 27,087 miles

middle brake light inop

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 VEL is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Green with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FG09 VEL, 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 FG09 VEL registered?

FG09 VEL is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is FG09 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG09 VEL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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