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HV59 EEU

2009 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

71,234 mi
Last recorded71,234 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 EEU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 71,234 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Apr 2025 64,933 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 64,597 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 60,358 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2024 60,358 miles

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

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 56,823 miles

Offside Front tyre devoid of tread inner edge and very close to exposing cords

Fail 4 Apr 2023 56,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light wrong lamp unit fitted as shows white light (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Front tyre devoid of tread inner edge and very close to exposing cords

Pass 7 Apr 2022 55,863 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 55,791 miles

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

exhaust system corroded

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

rear tyres deteriorated

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2019 55,626 miles

all tyres worn on inside edges

exhaust system corroded

under trays fitted

Fail 9 Jul 2019 55,626 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

all tyres worn on inside edges

exhaust system corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2018 54,809 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

rear tyres deteriorated

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2017 53,692 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

front and rear discs corroded

front tyres worn on inside edges

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2016 52,581 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

engine covers fitted

front tyres worn on inside edges

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2015 50,168 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system corroded

Pass 27 May 2014 47,002 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions to low to read

Pass 3 Jun 2013 43,715 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 43,715 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 36,227 miles

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

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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HV59 EEU is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 HV59 EEU, 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 HV59 EEU registered?

HV59 EEU is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is HV59 EEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 EEU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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