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FY59 EHC

2009 Citroen C3

White Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

80,262 mi
Last recorded80,262 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 EHC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 80,262 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 79,641 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 79,639 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 78,746 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2023 78,746 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 77,718 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 76,769 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement STIFF (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 75,820 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 72,931 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 72,931 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 69,550 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 69,550 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 67,017 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 63,649 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 63,649 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 58,557 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and o/s/front inner faces (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded and o/s/rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 48,781 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 39,531 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 30,224 miles

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

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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FY59 EHC is a 2009 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 FY59 EHC, 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 FY59 EHC registered?

FY59 EHC is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is FY59 EHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 EHC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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