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J90 NLY

2009 Citroen C3

Maroon Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

74,067 mi
Last recorded74,067 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ90 NLY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 74,067 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 64,299 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 54,079 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 48,425 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 39,252 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 35,837 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 34,807 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 30,489 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened faces excessively corroded and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive running gear side (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 27,665 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 24,285 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 21,706 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 18,470 miles

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)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 16,843 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 14,973 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 14,973 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 10,517 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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J90 NLY is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Maroon with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J90 NLY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J90 NLY registered?

J90 NLY is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is J90 NLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J90 NLY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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