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LY59 LCV

2010 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

36,348 mi
Last recorded36,348 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2010 Citroen C360,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY59 LCV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 36,348 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2025 36,347 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 35,142 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 33,310 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 31,378 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2023 31,378 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Sun visor keeps popping down (3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Sun visor keeps popping down (3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 28,788 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 28,788 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 26,569 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 26,569 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 24,203 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 21,754 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 19,350 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 16,444 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 13,497 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 11,150 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 8,268 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 5,062 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 5,062 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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LY59 LCV is a 2010 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2010 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 60,233 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 LY59 LCV, 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 16 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 LY59 LCV registered?

LY59 LCV is a 2010 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 January 2010.

Is LY59 LCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY59 LCV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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