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FP59 VDR

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,476 mi
Last recorded66,476 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP59 VDR
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2021 66,476 miles

Both rear tyres perished/cracked

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both centre (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear axle has slight corrosion

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 65,669 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 64,102 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 64,102 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front , inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 59,962 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear rubber bush showing signs of wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 54,419 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 49,389 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 42,342 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 36,079 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 27,500 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 27,500 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 19,430 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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FP59 VDR is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FP59 VDR, 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 FP59 VDR registered?

FP59 VDR is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 December 2009.

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The MOT history for FP59 VDR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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