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GJ59 YKV

2009 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

70,212 mi
Last recorded70,212 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ59 YKV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2022 70,212 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 66,451 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

drivers door check strap snapped

nearside rear door and quarter damaged

Fail 15 Mar 2021 66,451 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

drivers door check strap snapped

nearside rear door and quarter damaged

Pass 17 Mar 2020 64,325 miles

Advise play in steering wheel to steering column joint.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tire perishing on sidewalls and in treads, 175/65-14. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 12 Mar 2019 61,007 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both, slightly wearing. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin All, wearing. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tire perishing slightly on sidewalls, 175/65-14. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tire perishing slightly on sidewalls, 175/65-14. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tire perishing slightly on sidewalls, 175/65-14. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tire perishing slightly on sidewalls, 175/65-14. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 56,329 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 52,276 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 52,276 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 16 Sep 2015 48,920 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 39,875 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 24,053 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 24,053 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2013 16,812 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 13,451 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 13,451 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GJ59 YKV is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GJ59 YKV, 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 GJ59 YKV registered?

GJ59 YKV is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 24 September 2009.

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