CarVerify

Free Car Check

GL59 ETU

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

51,175 mi
Last recorded51,175 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 ETU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Fail 22 Dec 2025 51,175 miles

Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wiper blades split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2024 50,230 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2024 50,230 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185 65 15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 45,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2022 38,319 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seats/unable to inspect lower anchorage points ()

Nearside Front wheel bearing appears to be leaking grease however no play/roughness felt at the time of test.

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn very close to limit and heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Dec 2022 38,319 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seats/unable to inspect lower anchorage points ()

Nearside Front wheel bearing appears to be leaking grease however no play/roughness felt at the time of test.

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn very close to limit and heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 30,361 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 25,550 miles

Nearside Front Tyre inner edge wearing low

Offside Front Tyre inner edge bald

Fail 12 Dec 2020 25,509 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre inner edge wearing low

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre inner edge bald

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 23,281 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 21,997 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 21,997 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 21,596 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2017 21,596 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 20,807 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Dec 2016 20,807 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside wiper split but adequately clears screen

Pass 1 Dec 2015 18,654 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 16,973 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Sun Visor Does Not Fold Fully Into Stored Position

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Tyres Deteriorated

Fail 3 Dec 2014 16,973 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Sun Visor Does Not Fold Fully Into Stored Position

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Tyres Deteriorated

Pass 18 Nov 2013 14,612 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 11,139 miles

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
Full Citroen C3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GL59 ETU is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 GL59 ETU, 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

How do I check the history of GL59 ETU?

You can check the full history of GL59 ETU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GL59 ETU registered?

GL59 ETU is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is GL59 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 ETU shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL59 ETU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GL59 ETU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.