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GU59 OSN

2009 Citroen C3

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,294 mi
Last recorded55,294 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 OSN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2019 55,294 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective band broken (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Sep 2019 55,294 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective band broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 49,114 miles

Rear Exhaust box bracket damaged.

Pass 16 Sep 2017 41,295 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 41,295 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 34,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 29,260 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 29,260 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear outer tread perished

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 26,445 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 20,486 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 20,486 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 15,845 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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GU59 OSN is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Green with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GU59 OSN, 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 GU59 OSN?

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What year was GU59 OSN registered?

GU59 OSN is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 September 2009.

Is GU59 OSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 OSN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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