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MK59 NHC

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

55,601 mi
Last recorded55,601 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK59 NHC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 55,601 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underbody underseal on suspension components

Pass 27 Sep 2024 53,696 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 51,581 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 50,102 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 48,897 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 47,505 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 45,475 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 41,756 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 38,303 miles

all 4 tyres side walls cracking

Fail 20 Sep 2017 38,303 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

all 4 tyres side walls cracking

Pass 22 Sep 2016 33,820 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 28,677 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 28,677 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 23,831 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 18,405 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 13,865 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 13,865 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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MK59 NHC is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 MK59 NHC, 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 MK59 NHC registered?

MK59 NHC is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is MK59 NHC safe to buy?

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