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LM59 PLU

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Dec 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

58,767 mi
Last recorded58,767 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM59 PLU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 58,767 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 54,690 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2023 54,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 50,934 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 48,325 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 48,325 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 45,346 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 42,389 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 38,337 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 35,280 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 32,105 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 28,544 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2015 28,544 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 24,950 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 20,358 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 14,333 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 PLU is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LM59 PLU, 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 PLU registered?

LM59 PLU is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is LM59 PLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM59 PLU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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