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MA09 LBV

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

25,240 mi
Last recorded25,240 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA09 LBV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2023 25,240 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 24,716 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres badly cracked in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 24,024 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 24,024 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 23,708 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 22,019 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 20,206 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 20,206 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 18,383 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 16,711 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 14,942 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 14,942 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 10,592 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 7,980 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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MA09 LBV is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MA09 LBV, 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 MA09 LBV registered?

MA09 LBV is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 8 April 2009.

Is MA09 LBV safe to buy?

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