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MX09 YCL

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

50,792 mi
Last recorded50,792 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX09 YCL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 50,792 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2025 50,786 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2024 48,948 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 46,977 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 45,340 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 43,268 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 43,268 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 40,980 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 38,361 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 34,101 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 30,065 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 25,249 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 20,489 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 20,489 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 16,298 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 12,328 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 8,891 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 8,891 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 8,115 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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MX09 YCL is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MX09 YCL, 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 MX09 YCL registered?

MX09 YCL is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 19 August 2009.

Is MX09 YCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX09 YCL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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