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NV09 JYS

2009 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,062 mi
Last recorded36,062 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV09 JYS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 36,062 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 32,423 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 28,868 miles

Exhaust mounting defective weld starting to break away from bracket to exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 25,231 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2023 25,230 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 23,809 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 22,370 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 22,370 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 20,745 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 17,678 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 16,961 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 16,007 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 14,110 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 12,110 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 11,527 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 10,188 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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NV09 JYS is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NV09 JYS, 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 NV09 JYS registered?

NV09 JYS is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 June 2009.

Is NV09 JYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV09 JYS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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