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GN09 UXE

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2025
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

88,039 mi
Last recorded88,039 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN09 UXE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 88,039 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 85,567 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 85,567 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 80,537 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 80,537 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 73,975 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 73,975 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 71,248 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2020 71,248 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 68,811 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2019 68,811 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 62,784 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 59,191 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 59,191 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2016 53,702 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 46,401 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 46,401 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Mar 2014 40,930 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 40,930 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 35,008 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 10 Apr 2012 31,512 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 31,512 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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GN09 UXE is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 GN09 UXE, 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 GN09 UXE registered?

GN09 UXE is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 16 March 2009.

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