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RX59 LNZ

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,694 mi
Last recorded76,694 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX59 LNZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 76,694 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 72,376 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear exhaust mount [band around rear box] broken

Fail 29 Sep 2016 72,265 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part fouling spring (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear exhaust mount [band around rear box] broken

Pass 28 Oct 2015 63,798 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 52,180 miles

O/S/R tyre very close to the limit

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres are very close to the limit

Fail 30 Oct 2014 52,180 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

O/S/R tyre very close to the limit

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres are very close to the limit

Pass 28 Oct 2013 36,901 miles

Front brake discs are worn and lipped

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 22,688 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 22,688 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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RX59 LNZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RX59 LNZ, 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 RX59 LNZ registered?

RX59 LNZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is RX59 LNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX59 LNZ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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