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FG59 DVW

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

103,626 mi
Last recorded103,626 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 DVW
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 103,626 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2025 103,626 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 100,226 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 94,650 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 77,004 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2022 77,004 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 67,994 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 67,994 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 57,927 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 55,732 miles

Rear exhaust silencer bracket snapped

Pass 7 Nov 2018 50,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 44,189 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 44,189 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 37,820 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 29,939 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 22,201 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 14,233 miles

both nearside tyre outer sidewalls scrubbed.

Fail 29 Aug 2012 6,934 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 6,934 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 DVW 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 73.7%.

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 DVW, 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 DVW registered?

FG59 DVW is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 9 October 2009.

Is FG59 DVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG59 DVW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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