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PE59 PVZ

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

79,664 mi
Last recorded79,664 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE59 PVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2020 79,664 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 78,558 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Fail 30 Oct 2019 78,558 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 77,102 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Nov 2017 75,473 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 75,473 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid fluid low (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 73,479 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 66,983 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Fail 11 Nov 2015 66,983 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Centre Rear Upper brake lamp inoperative

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 64,352 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 4 Nov 2013 60,777 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 60,774 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 44,632 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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PE59 PVZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PE59 PVZ, 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 PE59 PVZ registered?

PE59 PVZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 17 November 2009.

Is PE59 PVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE59 PVZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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