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LV59 TLU

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,302 mi
Last recorded26,302 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 TLU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 26,302 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2026 26,291 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 26,089 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 25,687 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2024 25,687 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 24,372 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 23,106 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Clip loose. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Clip loose. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 22,236 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 21,846 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 20,559 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 18,751 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 17,252 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 15,404 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 12,654 miles

all tyres showing signs of perishing with cracking along sidewall but no chords showing

Pass 9 Jun 2014 9,903 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 5,355 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 1,170 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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LV59 TLU is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LV59 TLU, 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 LV59 TLU registered?

LV59 TLU is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 6 November 2009.

Is LV59 TLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV59 TLU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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