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LV59 ZVG

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

98,222 mi
Last recorded98,222 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 ZVG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 98,222 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 91,523 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 82,478 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 72,776 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 64,712 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 55,608 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 36,921 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 36,921 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 35,057 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 34,401 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 43,587 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 29,091 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 27,688 miles

Rear exhaust clamp broken, still secure

Pass 1 Nov 2013 25,259 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 23,288 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 ZVG is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 ZVG, 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 ZVG registered?

LV59 ZVG is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is LV59 ZVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV59 ZVG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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