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OU59 ZSL

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

62,557 mi
Last recorded62,557 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2018
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU59 ZSL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2018 62,557 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2018 62,545 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished and cracked also (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 56,922 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 15 Aug 2017 56,922 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Sep 2016 42,084 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 42,084 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 21,900 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2014 13,176 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 10,365 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 7,478 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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OU59 ZSL is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 OU59 ZSL, 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 OU59 ZSL registered?

OU59 ZSL is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is OU59 ZSL safe to buy?

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