CarVerify

Free Car Check

GU59 OTJ

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

102,375 mi
Last recorded102,375 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 OTJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 102,375 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2026 102,263 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 95,985 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2025 95,977 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 89,652 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 84,570 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 79,104 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 75,502 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 68,302 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 58,348 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 49,523 miles

Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Edge (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Jul 2017 49,433 miles

Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Edge (3.5.1i)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Edge (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 38,764 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 28,174 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 24,948 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 19,765 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 12,730 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
Full Citroen C3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GU59 OTJ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel 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 OTJ, 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 OTJ?

You can check the full history of GU59 OTJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GU59 OTJ registered?

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

Is GU59 OTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 OTJ 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.

Does GU59 OTJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GU59 OTJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.