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FG59 DVR

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,732 mi
Last recorded103,732 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 DVR
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 103,732 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 99,923 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 95,701 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 91,574 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 87,565 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 83,130 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 79,306 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 77,524 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 66,233 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 66,233 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 64,942 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2014 64,902 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 61,877 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 58,826 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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FG59 DVR is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FG59 DVR, 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 FG59 DVR registered?

FG59 DVR is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 22 October 2009.

Is FG59 DVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG59 DVR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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