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GJ59 YVN

2010 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2021
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

49,807 mi
Last recorded49,807 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2020
Typical for 2010 Citroen C360,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ59 YVN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2020 49,807 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 49,806 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 41,854 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2019 41,854 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 36,920 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 30,719 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)

Rear Exhaust system rear silencer support bracket broken and corroded away, but exhaust system is still supported by the bracket in front of the rear silencer.

Fail 24 Jan 2017 30,719 miles

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 close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Exhaust system rear silencer support bracket broken and corroded away, but exhaust system is still supported by the bracket in front of the rear silencer.

Pass 26 Jan 2016 25,196 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 25,195 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 20,891 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 20,891 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 16,342 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 12,382 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 12,382 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 YVN is a 2010 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2010 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 60,233 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 GJ59 YVN, 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 16 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GJ59 YVN registered?

GJ59 YVN is a 2010 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 January 2010.

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