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HG59 FFE

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

101,693 mi
Last recorded101,693 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG59 FFE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 101,693 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And scrubbing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2022 101,687 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And scrubbing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 999,399 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 94,114 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear heat sheild loose

Fail 20 Oct 2020 94,114 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear heat sheild loose

Pass 23 Oct 2019 87,668 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 74,500 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 74,500 miles

Exhaust system insecure middle section exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both reg bulbs (4.7.2 (a))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened front and rear brakes discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front and rear brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 62,930 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 62,930 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 51,835 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 41,777 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 31,428 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NS mirror (non obligatory) damaged

NSF tyre kerb damaged but no ply/cord exposed

Pass 28 Oct 2013 20,969 miles

NS wiper blade not clearing in centre of screen

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2013 20,969 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

NS wiper blade not clearing in centre of screen

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 10,127 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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HG59 FFE is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 HG59 FFE, 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 HG59 FFE registered?

HG59 FFE is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 October 2009.

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