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PK59 XYB

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

171,029 mi
Last recorded171,029 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK59 XYB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 171,029 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 164,238 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 157,824 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 152,116 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 145,635 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 142,058 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 135,231 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 125,933 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 114,873 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 114,873 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 101,974 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 90,186 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 90,186 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 78,473 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 27 Sep 2013 65,248 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 2 Oct 2012 48,052 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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PK59 XYB is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PK59 XYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PK59 XYB?

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What year was PK59 XYB registered?

PK59 XYB is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 19 November 2009.

Is PK59 XYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK59 XYB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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