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OV09 EXC

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

19,395 mi
Last recorded19,395 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV09 EXC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 19,395 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 14,357 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 14,353 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 14,018 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 13,800 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 13,800 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 10,838 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 12,575 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 19,500 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 19,350 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 10,929 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 9,267 miles

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 16 Jun 2014 8,402 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 7,466 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 6,711 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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OV09 EXC is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OV09 EXC, 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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How do I check the history of OV09 EXC?

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What year was OV09 EXC registered?

OV09 EXC is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is OV09 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV09 EXC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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