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OV59 SYF

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

64,853 mi
Last recorded64,853 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV59 SYF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2021 64,853 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

engine oil leak . damage around vehicle

Pass 20 Aug 2020 57,656 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 49,654 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2019 49,654 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 45,435 miles

o/s/f tyre starting to get close to wear bands

Fail 21 Mar 2018 45,434 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/f tyre starting to get close to wear bands

Pass 5 Apr 2017 39,907 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Apr 2016 34,489 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 26,484 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2014 18,801 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 18,801 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 11,433 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 10,273 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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OV59 SYF is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OV59 SYF, 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 OV59 SYF registered?

OV59 SYF is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is OV59 SYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV59 SYF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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