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PN59 BZY

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,531 mi
Last recorded51,531 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN59 BZY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 51,531 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 49,448 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 47,237 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 45,144 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2022 45,144 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 43,322 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 42,092 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted which obscure some items.

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four road tyres,on inner walls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 39,402 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 36,961 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 35,047 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 32,251 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 30,493 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 27,928 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 27,928 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 24,772 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 23,441 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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PN59 BZY is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,124cc petrol 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 PN59 BZY, 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

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What year was PN59 BZY registered?

PN59 BZY is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 6 September 2009.

Is PN59 BZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN59 BZY 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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