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NU59 BXJ

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

56,316 mi
Last recorded56,316 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU59 BXJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 56,316 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 56,316 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 52,104 miles

Sump pan corroded - no leaks

Fail 25 Sep 2023 52,094 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Sump pan corroded - no leaks

Fail 22 May 2023 52,066 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 51,073 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 49,726 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2021 49,726 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2020 48,465 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2020 48,457 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 44,177 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 39,354 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 32,854 miles

all tyres split

Pass 27 Apr 2016 28,596 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 23,546 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 20,524 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 20,524 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 14,802 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 12,032 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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NU59 BXJ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NU59 BXJ, 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 NU59 BXJ registered?

NU59 BXJ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 September 2009.

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