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LV59 YXR

2009 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

105,493 mi
Last recorded105,493 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 YXR
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 105,493 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2025 105,477 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 97,260 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 13 Nov 2024 97,259 miles

Exhaust system insecure MULTIPLE HANGERS SNAPPED (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Oct 2023 84,393 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 75,933 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 75,932 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 71,852 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2021 71,850 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing Wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 68,298 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 62,194 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Fail 13 Nov 2017 62,175 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 55,014 miles

front number plate cracked

o/s/r fog light slightly damaged

Fail 3 Nov 2016 55,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/r fog light slightly damaged

front number plate cracked

Pass 3 Nov 2015 49,925 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 49,926 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 43,468 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 43,468 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

rear exhaust box bracket broken

Pass 26 Nov 2013 37,450 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 29,393 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 29,393 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 YXR is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 LV59 YXR, 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 YXR registered?

LV59 YXR is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 25 November 2009.

Is LV59 YXR safe to buy?

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