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LG59 OCV

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,905 mi
Last recorded116,905 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 OCV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 116,905 miles

Exhaust centre section is deteriorating.

Nearside front tyre is worn low (3mm).

Offside front tyre is bald on the inner edge.

Fail 7 Jul 2023 116,905 miles

Exhaust centre section is deteriorating.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside front tyre is worn low (3mm).

Offside front tyre is bald on the inner edge.

Pass 6 Jul 2022 113,587 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 110,727 miles

Play in the nearside track rod end ball joint.

Rear brake discs are corroding.

Fail 6 Jul 2021 110,727 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Play in the nearside track rod end ball joint.

Rear brake discs are corroding.

Pass 10 Jun 2020 108,994 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 107,037 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 102,097 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 95,236 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 95,236 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 82,642 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 63,566 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 63,566 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 40,489 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 33,123 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Aug 2012 25,297 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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LG59 OCV is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LG59 OCV, 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 LG59 OCV registered?

LG59 OCV is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is LG59 OCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 OCV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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