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LM59 PJO

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

41,362 mi
Last recorded41,362 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM59 PJO
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 41,362 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low and cuts/damage (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low and cuts/damage (5.2.3 (e))

rear axle corroded

Fail 25 Nov 2025 41,360 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low and cuts/damage (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low and cuts/damage (5.2.3 (e))

rear axle corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2024 39,649 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 38,313 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2023 38,313 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 37,293 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 36,163 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 33,926 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 33,926 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 32,243 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 32,243 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2018 29,414 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 27,180 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 23,742 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 19,944 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 19,941 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 16,720 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 13,302 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 11,302 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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LM59 PJO is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LM59 PJO, 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 LM59 PJO registered?

LM59 PJO is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 November 2009.

Is LM59 PJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM59 PJO shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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