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SG59 TCJ

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

173,089 mi
Last recorded173,089 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 TCJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 173,089 miles

Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Front and Rear (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Axle corroded

Fail 12 Sep 2025 173,089 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Front and Rear (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Axle corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2024 162,304 miles

Front Bumper insecure but not likely to become detached

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

Rear Bumper insecure but not likely to become detached

Pass 26 Sep 2023 156,156 miles

Front Bumper Damaged, Not likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Bumper Damaged, Not likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted

Pass 2 Sep 2022 147,653 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated osf (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front both (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osr (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 142,501 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 139,096 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached rear (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective rear (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osf (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 134,099 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 131,448 miles

exhaust bracket broken

Pass 17 May 2017 120,573 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

heatshield insecure

rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 26 May 2016 112,584 miles

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

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

heatshield insecure

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 May 2016 112,584 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam nsf (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm nsf (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

heatshield insecure

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 103,791 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 80,524 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 80,524 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 59,341 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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SG59 TCJ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SG59 TCJ, 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 SG59 TCJ registered?

SG59 TCJ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is SG59 TCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG59 TCJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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