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PN59 SYG

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

103,334 mi
Last recorded103,334 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN59 SYG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 103,334 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 103,334 miles

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

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2015 98,087 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 87,604 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 25 Sep 2014 87,310 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 75,432 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 75,412 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 64,730 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 64,730 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 SYG is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 PN59 SYG, 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 PN59 SYG registered?

PN59 SYG is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 14 September 2009.

Is PN59 SYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN59 SYG shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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