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FX59 YUS

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,185 mi
Last recorded51,185 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2017
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX59 YUS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2017 51,185 miles

Offside Front Water droplets in headlamp, not affecting pattern or light intensity.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 49,486 miles

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

Nearside Rear bump stop missing

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

Offside headlamp has water droplets inside

Fail 23 Nov 2015 49,486 miles

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

Nearside Rear bump stop missing

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect headlamp full of water (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside headlamp has water droplets inside

Pass 12 Dec 2014 47,956 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Nov 2013 45,278 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 45,278 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 38,887 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FX59 YUS is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FX59 YUS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX59 YUS registered?

FX59 YUS is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 5 September 2009.

Is FX59 YUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX59 YUS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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