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FV59 VGD

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

89,482 mi
Last recorded89,482 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 VGD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2019 89,482 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))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Dec 2017 67,717 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on the inside edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on the inside edge

Fail 29 Nov 2017 67,686 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre worn on the inside edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on the inside edge

Pass 29 Nov 2016 59,714 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 52,137 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 42,691 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2014 42,691 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 33,572 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 33,572 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 26,880 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2012 26,700 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

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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FV59 VGD is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FV59 VGD, 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 FV59 VGD registered?

FV59 VGD is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 December 2009.

Is FV59 VGD safe to buy?

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