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HY59 HYZ

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

45,611 mi
Last recorded45,611 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY59 HYZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 45,611 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 35,027 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 35,027 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 33,534 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 33,534 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 31,812 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 30,137 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 27,758 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 25,844 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 23,602 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 23,602 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 20,212 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 17,438 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 15,419 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 12,731 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 10,087 miles

nearside head lamp aim on tolerance limit

Fail 24 Aug 2012 10,087 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside head lamp aim on tolerance limit

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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HY59 HYZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HY59 HYZ, 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 HY59 HYZ registered?

HY59 HYZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is HY59 HYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY59 HYZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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