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FY59 ZXB

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,790 mi
Last recorded24,790 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 ZXB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 24,790 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 24,788 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 21,884 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 21,883 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 17,838 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 13,558 miles

Both front and O/S/R tyres cracking

Pass 30 Oct 2015 12,481 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 10,421 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 10,421 miles

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 8,026 miles

Front Brake discs inner face corroded

Slight play in O/S linkrod

Pass 31 Oct 2012 6,714 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2012 6,714 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside 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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FY59 ZXB is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FY59 ZXB, 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 FY59 ZXB registered?

FY59 ZXB is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 2 November 2009.

Is FY59 ZXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 ZXB shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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