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OV09 EXE

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

21,262 mi
Last recorded21,262 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV09 EXE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 21,262 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 19 Mar 2025 20,540 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 20,314 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 19,803 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 19,033 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 18,512 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 17,131 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 15,704 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 14,758 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 13,521 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 13,521 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 12,477 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 12,477 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 11,474 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 11,474 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 10,153 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 8,381 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 EXE is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 EXE, 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 OV09 EXE registered?

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

Is OV09 EXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV09 EXE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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