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LX59 VEH

2009 Citroen C3

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,972 mi
Last recorded27,972 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 VEH
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 27,972 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear corroded.all four. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 27,850 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 27,770 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 27,191 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 25,850 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 24,160 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 23,458 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 21,814 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 20,241 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 18,145 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 18,143 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ON OUTER SIDEWALL (4.1.D.1b)

Both rear tyres cracking around outer sidewalls.

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 1 Sep 2015 17,114 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all 4 tyres deterioring around outer sidewalls

rear wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 24 Sep 2014 15,282 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 13,423 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 11,788 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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LX59 VEH is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Green with a 1,560cc diesel 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 LX59 VEH, 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 LX59 VEH registered?

LX59 VEH is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 14 September 2009.

Is LX59 VEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX59 VEH 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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