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GV59 OTR

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

14,331 mi
Last recorded14,331 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV59 OTR
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 14,331 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2024 14,063 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 19,434 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2023 19,434 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 14,019 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 14,019 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working center high level brake light not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 12,462 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 11,764 miles

all four tyres perished

Pass 20 Nov 2019 10,742 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 9,707 miles

both front tyres perished within tread

Pass 27 Nov 2017 19,969 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 14,484 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 8,238 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 7,170 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 5,943 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 5,943 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 5,551 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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GV59 OTR is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,587cc 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 GV59 OTR, 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 GV59 OTR registered?

GV59 OTR is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is GV59 OTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV59 OTR 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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