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GL59 XNT

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

149,914 mi
Last recorded149,914 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 XNT
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 149,914 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2026 149,914 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 135,768 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 135,768 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2025 135,768 miles

Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 121,108 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Gearbox mounting defective Lower dog bone mount ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Dec 2023 120,873 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Due to track rod end (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust shield insecure (back box)

Gearbox mounting defective Lower dog bone mount ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Jan 2023 109,052 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 20 Dec 2022 108,346 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Dec 2021 97,399 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Dec 2020 86,668 miles

Both rear tyres wearing low

Pass 3 Dec 2019 77,347 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 71,018 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 71,018 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2017 65,764 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 6 Dec 2017 65,764 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2016 61,258 miles

rear brake discs pitted or scored

Pass 8 Dec 2015 58,615 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 54,890 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 50,728 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 38,607 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
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GL59 XNT is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GL59 XNT, 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 GL59 XNT registered?

GL59 XNT is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 21 December 2009.

Is GL59 XNT safe to buy?

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