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PN59 VNX

2009 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,283 mi
Last recorded99,283 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN59 VNX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 99,283 miles

front brake disc corroded and lipped

Fail 12 Jun 2023 99,283 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

front brake disc corroded and lipped

Pass 20 May 2022 91,508 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 84,932 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 82,468 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 78,471 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 73,239 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 67,884 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 62,630 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 62,630 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 54,274 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 44,440 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 44,440 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 37,255 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2012 25,084 miles

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

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

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 VNX is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VNX, 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 VNX registered?

PN59 VNX is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 November 2009.

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