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LC59 MTE

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

21,116 mi
Last recorded21,116 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 MTE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 21,116 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 20,257 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 19,005 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 17,785 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 16,602 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 16,037 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 15,291 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 13,887 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 12,501 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 10,942 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 9,737 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 8,226 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 8,226 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

both front wipers split but adequately clears screen

Pass 5 Nov 2013 6,838 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 5,544 miles

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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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LC59 MTE is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LC59 MTE, 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 LC59 MTE registered?

LC59 MTE is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is LC59 MTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC59 MTE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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