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LO59 DJU

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

110,771 mi
Last recorded110,771 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO59 DJU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 110,771 miles

body damage to l/h + r/h rear

Pass 20 Nov 2024 92,274 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill and rear Quarter (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 92,274 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill and rear Quarter (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 89,591 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 83,893 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

n/s/r and o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge causing feathering

Pass 26 Oct 2021 81,040 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 78,893 miles

Brake fluid discoloured

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Split/perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Split/perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 78,893 miles

Brake fluid discoloured

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Split/perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Split/perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 74,102 miles

Brake fluid discoloured

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Split/perished (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Split/perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Split/perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 May 2018 69,229 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 May 2017 59,742 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 59,742 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 45,132 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 39,662 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 39,662 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 33,272 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 4 May 2013 25,298 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 24,317 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 24,317 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

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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LO59 DJU is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel 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 LO59 DJU, 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 LO59 DJU registered?

LO59 DJU is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is LO59 DJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO59 DJU 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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