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GN59 NMZ

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

165,834 mi
Last recorded165,834 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN59 NMZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 165,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulders wearing (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2026 165,834 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulders wearing (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2025 162,336 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 153,479 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2024 153,474 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users injector (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 145,092 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 137,900 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 130,226 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 130,226 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 123,640 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2020 123,640 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 118,163 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 118,163 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2018 109,163 miles

Rear exhaust silencer has temporary repair

Fail 16 Aug 2018 109,163 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing pedal rubber (1.1.2 (c))

Rear exhaust silencer has temporary repair

Pass 10 Aug 2017 100,419 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 87,954 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 77,874 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 65,436 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 42,701 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 42,701 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 23,342 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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GN59 NMZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 GN59 NMZ, 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

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What year was GN59 NMZ registered?

GN59 NMZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is GN59 NMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN59 NMZ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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