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LT09 WVE

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

29,400 mi
Last recorded29,400 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT09 WVE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2023 29,400 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 6 Mar 2023 29,400 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2021 25,490 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 22,937 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2020 22,937 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 21,317 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 19,847 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished and breaking up

Offside Front perished and breaking up

Pass 25 Apr 2017 18,203 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 16,578 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 16,578 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Fail 23 Apr 2015 14,751 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 14,751 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 13,133 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 11,262 miles

Nearside rear tyre outer wall starting to breaking up

Offside rear tyre outer wall starting to breaking up

Pass 11 Apr 2012 9,195 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 9,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

cut in offside front tyre not deep enogh to reach cords

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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LT09 WVE is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 LT09 WVE, 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 LT09 WVE registered?

LT09 WVE is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 25 April 2009.

Is LT09 WVE safe to buy?

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