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MT59 PMU

2010 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

98,961 mi
Last recorded98,961 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 Citroen C360,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT59 PMU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 98,961 miles

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

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

Offside 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 7 Nov 2024 90,430 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 7 Nov 2024 90,430 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 87,749 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 82,459 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 79,154 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 76,232 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 72,325 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 66,656 miles

All exhaust hangers broken but still supporting exhaust at moment

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 66,643 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

All exhaust hangers broken but still supporting exhaust at moment

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 59,813 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 52,334 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 43,934 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 9 Nov 2015 43,934 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 35,045 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2013 23,564 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 13,118 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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MT59 PMU is a 2010 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 MT59 PMU, 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.

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MT59 PMU is a 2010 Citroen C3, first registered on 16 January 2010.

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