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GU59 OTE

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

24,111 mi
Last recorded24,111 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 OTE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 24,111 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 22,860 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 22,860 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 21,559 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 20,645 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 19,721 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 18,910 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 18,167 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 16,673 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2018 16,673 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 15,303 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 15,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 13,861 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 13,476 miles

tyres all round perished/cracking

Pass 9 Dec 2014 11,715 miles

tyres allround perished/cracking

Fail 9 Dec 2014 11,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

tyres allround perished/cracking

Pass 9 Dec 2013 9,257 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

sidewalls cracking on all four tyres

Pass 12 Dec 2012 6,719 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 6,562 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 OTE is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 OTE, 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 OTE registered?

GU59 OTE is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 17 September 2009.

Is GU59 OTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 OTE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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