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GU59 SYC

2009 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

84,901 mi
Last recorded84,901 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 SYC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 84,901 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

auxiliary drive belt is stress cracked

Pass 14 Oct 2024 83,309 miles

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

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

auxiliary drive belt is stress cracked

Fail 14 Oct 2024 83,309 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

auxiliary drive belt is stress cracked

Pass 10 Oct 2023 79,411 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on edges - cord exposure imminent - rest of tread 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

auxiliary drive belt is stress cracked

Pass 4 Oct 2022 75,046 miles

Nearside Front fog light lens cracked - not affecting lighting

Offside Front tyre wearing on edges - rest of tread 4-5mm

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

auxiliary drive belt is stress cracked

Fail 4 Oct 2022 75,046 miles

auxiliary drive belt is stress cracked

Nearside Front fog light lens cracked - not affecting lighting

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre wearing on edges - rest of tread 4-5mm

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 69,563 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2021 69,563 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 65,071 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 65,071 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 61,858 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 61,858 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 57,137 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear suspension bump stop missing

all 4 tyres perished inner & outer sidewalls

Pass 10 Oct 2017 52,887 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 48,866 miles

rear exhaust bracket broke

Pass 16 Sep 2015 43,545 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 43,545 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 36,908 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2013 29,242 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 22,496 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 SYC is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SYC, 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 GU59 SYC registered?

GU59 SYC is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 9 September 2009.

Is GU59 SYC safe to buy?

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