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FL59 XAO

2009 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

41,826 mi
Last recorded41,826 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 XAO
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 41,826 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2025 41,686 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))

Engine has slight oil leak!

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 32,411 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 27,293 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 23,751 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2022 23,751 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 22,028 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play offside front & nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Sep 2021 22,027 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play offside front & nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2020 21,833 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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 Aug 2019 21,644 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 24 Aug 2018 21,026 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 19,371 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 17,407 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 16,006 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 14,532 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 12,956 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 10,874 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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FL59 XAO is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FL59 XAO, 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 FL59 XAO registered?

FL59 XAO is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is FL59 XAO safe to buy?

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