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LC59 VHY

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

95,421 mi
Last recorded95,421 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 VHY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 95,421 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Jun 2026 95,421 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 88,590 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 80,377 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill weak (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 80,283 miles

rear outer sills slightly corroded

Fail 16 May 2023 80,283 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

rear outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 10 May 2022 79,794 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 79,111 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 78,903 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 77,249 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 75,070 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 72,977 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 71,099 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 68,802 miles

Oil leak

all tyres slightly perrished

front exhaust getting weak

Pass 21 May 2014 65,261 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2013 63,005 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 63,005 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Nov 2012 56,940 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 56,940 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 VHY is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VHY, 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 LC59 VHY registered?

LC59 VHY is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is LC59 VHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC59 VHY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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