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FL59 ZRG

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

147,732 mi
Last recorded147,732 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 ZRG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 147,732 miles

Front OLD MILAGE WAS 86.577

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced UNDER SIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2025 147,700 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure BRACKET BROKEN (6.1.2 (a))

Front OLD MILAGE WAS 86.577

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced UNDER SIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2022 86,577 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin INJECTOR LEAKING (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure BRACKET BROKEN (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 83,009 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 80,771 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 77,793 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 76,573 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 76,570 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 70,568 miles

O/s/f tyre wear on inner edge

Rear brake discs worn and corroded

Fail 26 Sep 2017 70,568 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs worn and corroded

O/s/f tyre wear on inner edge

Rear brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2016 65,095 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f n/s/f wishbone bushes splitting

rear brake discs corn and corroded

Fail 20 Sep 2016 65,095 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

o/s/f n/s/f wishbone bushes splitting

rear brake discs corn and corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2015 59,988 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 59,985 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 50,046 miles

exhaust system bracket broken but exhaust is still supported

n/s/f rackend has slight play

rear brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2013 40,723 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 29,789 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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FL59 ZRG is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 FL59 ZRG, 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 ZRG registered?

FL59 ZRG is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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