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LR09 VAF

2009 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,152 mi
Last recorded91,152 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR09 VAF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 91,152 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2024 91,151 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2023 84,687 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2023 84,687 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 76,954 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 76,954 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2021 68,602 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 60,557 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2019 48,974 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 48,316 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 45,449 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 42,501 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 39,843 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jan 2015 35,969 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 31,594 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jan 2014 31,594 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2013 25,520 miles

rear tyres are starting to crack on shoulders and in tread pattern

Pass 29 Feb 2012 21,976 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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LR09 VAF is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LR09 VAF, 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 LR09 VAF registered?

LR09 VAF is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is LR09 VAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR09 VAF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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