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GU59 OSZ

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

54,388 mi
Last recorded54,388 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 OSZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 54,388 miles

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 46,788 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 39,084 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 39,084 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 29,176 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2023 29,176 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 20,284 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 20,111 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))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 19,899 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 19,611 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 18,917 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 17,997 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 17,995 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 16,998 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 14,684 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 17,273 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 9,951 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 OSZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GU59 OSZ, 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 GU59 OSZ registered?

GU59 OSZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is GU59 OSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 OSZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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