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FH09 EXM

2009 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

151,894 mi
Last recorded151,894 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH09 EXM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 151,894 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 143,487 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 136,386 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2023 129,747 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2023 129,735 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high Both front headlamps (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm depth on outer third of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 123,282 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Dec 2021 123,282 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps bulbs replaced (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 117,063 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front heat shield loose

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2020 117,063 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front heat shield loose

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 112,242 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 112,224 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 May 2019 109,701 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 109,707 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 100,635 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 100,634 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 89,225 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 78,717 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 78,711 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 64,950 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 64,950 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2014 48,892 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 33,731 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 22,667 miles

Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 22,667 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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FH09 EXM is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH09 EXM, 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 FH09 EXM registered?

FH09 EXM is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 7 August 2009.

Is FH09 EXM safe to buy?

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