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SK59 UWS

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,767 mi
Last recorded151,767 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK59 UWS
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 151,767 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 143,213 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2025 143,213 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 136,179 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 fronts (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 130,385 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 123,354 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 123,354 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2020 116,654 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2020 116,508 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 110,783 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 104,023 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 11 Dec 2018 104,023 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2017 94,106 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 86,141 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 76,943 miles

Offside Advise front and rear exhaust hangers are broken!

Pass 15 Apr 2015 54,372 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 31,870 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 2 Sep 2013 27,306 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 27,306 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 19,533 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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SK59 UWS is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel 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 SK59 UWS, 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 SK59 UWS registered?

SK59 UWS is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 7 September 2009.

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