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MK59 WZE

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,376 mi
Last recorded94,376 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK59 WZE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 94,376 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play n/s/f o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 86,096 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2024 86,095 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure centre exhaust mounting not attached to exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure rear exhaust mounting not attached to exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 79,421 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front & Rear Surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 71,545 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 70,255 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2021 70,219 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 67,567 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 66,148 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 64,677 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 57,942 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 57,942 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear silencer front mounting (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 50,203 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 42,528 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 35,018 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 27,322 miles

CHILD SEAT FITTED TO NSR SEAT UNABLE TO TEST ADULT SEAT/BELT

Fail 1 Aug 2013 27,322 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

CHILD SEAT FITTED TO NSR SEAT UNABLE TO TEST ADULT SEAT/BELT

OSF TYRE PERISHED

Pass 2 Aug 2012 23,013 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.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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MK59 WZE is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WZE, 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 WZE registered?

MK59 WZE is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is MK59 WZE safe to buy?

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