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GY59 CYP

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,347 mi
Last recorded36,347 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 CYP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 36,347 miles

Offside Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Sun visor slight movement (3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 31,963 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 29,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing, deflated and edges wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 12 Dec 2023 29,316 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing, deflated and edges wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Dec 2022 24,910 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 22,637 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 20,484 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 18,045 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 18,045 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 15,427 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 13,624 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 18 Oct 2016 13,097 miles

Nearside Front Inner Slight dent in wheel rim.

Fail 17 Oct 2016 13,097 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 12,634 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 11,219 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 11,219 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 10,373 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 8,632 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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GY59 CYP is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GY59 CYP, 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 GY59 CYP registered?

GY59 CYP is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is GY59 CYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY59 CYP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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