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LR59 GGU

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,412 mi
Last recorded72,412 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 GGU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 72,412 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 72,307 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 70,045 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 70,045 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 65,375 miles

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured Both sides. (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 24 Aug 2023 65,375 miles

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

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured Both sides. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 59,763 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 53,601 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer hanger strap broken but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 7 Sep 2021 53,601 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer hanger strap broken but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 5 Sep 2020 50,334 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 47,110 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 41,982 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 41,982 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 37,416 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 27,925 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 22,222 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 17,510 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 12,047 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 8,501 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside rear tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall

offside front brake disc slightly corroded on inner surface

offside front tyre has a slight bulge in outer sidewall

Pass 30 Aug 2012 8,501 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside rear tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall

offside front brake disc slightly corroded on inner surface

offside front tyre has a slight bulge in outer sidewall

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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LR59 GGU is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LR59 GGU, 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 LR59 GGU registered?

LR59 GGU is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 4 September 2009.

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