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LC59 TGF

2009 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

119,119 mi
Last recorded119,119 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 TGF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024 119,119 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 110,636 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 102,024 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2021 95,412 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 79,542 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 73,431 miles

rear brake discs pitted and lipped

rear brake pads worn low

Pass 21 Apr 2017 69,122 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Lower windscreen has damage in the swept area not contained within 10 mm diameter but not considered to affect the drivers view

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 60,349 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 60,349 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust system not adequately supported rear silencer metal mounting corroded through,front metal mounting corroded/weak. (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour showing pale/white light to rear. (1.4.A.2f) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend renewal now. (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend renewal now. (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 51,958 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 43,412 miles

front brake disces are worn but pads ok both rear tyres are getting low and sidewalls are spliting

Fail 23 Nov 2012 31,236 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 31,236 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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LC59 TGF is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 TGF, 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 TGF registered?

LC59 TGF is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 16 December 2009.

Is LC59 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC59 TGF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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