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LG09 ETZ

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,106 mi
Last recorded105,106 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 ETZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 105,106 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 103,641 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2024 103,641 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 101,611 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 99,766 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 97,551 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 95,569 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 93,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 90,001 miles

Nearside Headlamp internal adjuster not working correctly.

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

Pass 4 Dec 2017 86,691 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 83,660 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 80,212 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very low on edge. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 77,028 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 67,715 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 67,715 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 46,338 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 46,336 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres badly cracked and perished

Pass 29 Feb 2012 29,586 miles

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

Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

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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LG09 ETZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LG09 ETZ, 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 LG09 ETZ registered?

LG09 ETZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is LG09 ETZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 ETZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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