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NG09 UKV

2009 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,323 mi
Last recorded86,323 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG09 UKV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 86,323 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 83,521 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 83,493 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 81,894 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 81,894 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 78,507 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 77,757 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 73,605 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Jul 2021 73,604 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jul 2020 69,911 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 61,868 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 61,858 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 55,458 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 51,666 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 42,408 miles

exhaust front braket and rear band clamp corroded.

Pass 13 Jul 2015 34,613 miles

air intake pipe missing

front and rear exhaust hangers insecure/corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2014 27,750 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 27,750 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 24 Jul 2013 20,021 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 20,021 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 11,693 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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NG09 UKV is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NG09 UKV, 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 NG09 UKV registered?

NG09 UKV is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is NG09 UKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG09 UKV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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