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FG59 SWN

2009 Citroen C3

Beige Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,296 mi
Last recorded65,296 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 SWN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 65,296 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Feb 2026 65,296 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2025 61,778 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 59,062 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2024 59,060 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 55,921 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 53,306 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 50,801 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2021 50,800 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 49,172 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 44,996 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 44,959 miles

Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Bottom engine mount deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 39,902 miles

vehicle presenter has been informed of any advisory items

Fail 9 Mar 2018 39,896 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

vehicle presenter has been informed of any advisory items

Pass 4 Aug 2017 39,165 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 37,416 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 35,789 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 34,093 miles

nearside rear tyre has abrasion to sidewall

offside rear tyre sidewall slightly perished

Pass 19 Aug 2013 32,502 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 29,966 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 29,966 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 SWN is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Beige with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SWN, 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 FG59 SWN registered?

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

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The MOT history for FG59 SWN shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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