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RJ09 TWC

2009 Citroen C3

Maroon Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,229 mi
Last recorded38,229 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ09 TWC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 38,229 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 37,061 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 34,678 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 31,645 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 29,031 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 27,668 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 27,000 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 26,764 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 26,355 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 26,353 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 25,630 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Jul 2017 25,630 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2016 24,306 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Jul 2016 24,304 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported Tailbox hanger corroded through. (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jul 2015 23,429 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 22,411 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jul 2014 22,411 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Jul 2013 19,002 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 19,002 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 16,464 miles

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

Oil leak

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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RJ09 TWC is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Maroon with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RJ09 TWC, 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 RJ09 TWC registered?

RJ09 TWC is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 July 2009.

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