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GU09 PLZ

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

101,797 mi
Last recorded101,797 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 PLZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2022 101,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 101,327 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 101,325 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 97,364 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside headlamp slightly dimmer

Fail 10 Mar 2017 97,364 miles

Nearside headlamp slightly dimmer

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 89,876 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 84,011 miles

o/s/f tyre tread worn low on inner edge

Pass 12 Mar 2014 76,632 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 76,632 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 70,499 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 63,884 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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GU09 PLZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GU09 PLZ, 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 GU09 PLZ registered?

GU09 PLZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 3 March 2009.

Is GU09 PLZ safe to buy?

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