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LG59 YMY

2009 Citroen C3

White Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

88,655 mi
Last recorded88,655 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 YMY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 88,655 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 79,632 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively N/S O/S (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 79,187 miles

Nearside Front seat belt webbing slightly damage

Pass 18 Aug 2022 78,658 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 75,691 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 67,725 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 58,592 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))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 50,322 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2018 50,322 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 42,765 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall perrished

Offside Front tyre wall perrished

Pass 16 Jun 2016 35,625 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 35,625 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 28,723 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 26,587 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 22,667 miles

Front tyres perished and low on tread

Fail 21 Sep 2012 17,240 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 17,240 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 YMY is a 2009 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YMY, 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

How do I check the history of LG59 YMY?

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What year was LG59 YMY registered?

LG59 YMY is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is LG59 YMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 YMY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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