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PN59 VNT

2010 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,055 mi
Last recorded40,055 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Citroen C360,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN59 VNT
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 40,055 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 38,409 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 36,517 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 35,220 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 33,805 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 32,966 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 31,623 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2020 31,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jan 2019 30,171 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 28,268 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 26,862 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 26,862 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 25,457 miles

O/s/f tyre slightly deteriorated.

Fail 20 Jan 2016 25,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

O/s/f tyre slightly deteriorated.

Pass 29 Jan 2015 23,262 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 23,257 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear discs slightly pitted

Pass 20 Jan 2014 21,806 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 20,906 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 VNT is a 2010 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 60,233 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 VNT, 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 16 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PN59 VNT registered?

PN59 VNT is a 2010 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 January 2010.

Is PN59 VNT safe to buy?

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