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HJ59 HGM

2009 Citroen C3

Beige Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

61,377 mi
Last recorded61,377 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ59 HGM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 61,377 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 58,732 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 54,630 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 54,630 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 44,632 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Mar 2023 44,632 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 34,919 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 34,658 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 34,162 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2020 34,156 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 31,897 miles

Front and rear brake discs worn/corroded.

Pass 5 Apr 2018 29,089 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 26,478 miles

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

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

Surface rust on all brake discs

Pass 12 Oct 2015 24,547 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 22,138 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 22,136 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 19,619 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 18,464 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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HJ59 HGM is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Beige with a 1,560cc diesel 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 HJ59 HGM, 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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HJ59 HGM is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 14 September 2009.

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