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NU59 OAZ

2009 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

74,111 mi
Last recorded74,111 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU59 OAZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 74,111 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 74,098 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 68,798 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 61,618 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 58,825 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 58,024 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 57,539 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 57,252 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2020 57,252 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 54,612 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 54,612 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 47,901 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 47,901 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both clip s inscure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 43,190 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 43,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 37,893 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 33,426 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 33,426 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear silencer (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 29,398 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 29,398 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2013 22,688 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 22,688 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 17,315 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 OAZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 OAZ, 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 OAZ registered?

NU59 OAZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is NU59 OAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU59 OAZ shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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