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SL59 BHU

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

104,680 mi
Last recorded104,680 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 BHU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2021 104,680 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 12 Mar 2021 104,680 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 43% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Other passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair n/s & o/s (1.2.1 (c))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Mar 2020 100,945 miles

exhaust front pipe bracket

Fail 6 Mar 2020 100,944 miles

Direction indicator not working o/s/r (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Emissions not tested due to misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Position lamp not working o/s/r (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing o/s/r (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

exhaust front pipe bracket

Pass 7 Mar 2019 92,493 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 92,493 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 77,797 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 77,797 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 63,456 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 63,451 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 49,641 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 35,702 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 35,702 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 20,970 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 6,741 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 6,050 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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SL59 BHU is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SL59 BHU, 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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SL59 BHU is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 15 September 2009.

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