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SM09 VZG

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

102,091 mi
Last recorded102,091 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 VZG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 102,091 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Oct 2022 102,091 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 93,546 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 93,544 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 88,242 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2020 88,242 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 85,016 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 85,378 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 75,347 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 75,347 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 65,465 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Jun 2014 65,465 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 May 2013 52,406 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 39,316 miles

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

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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SM09 VZG is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 SM09 VZG, 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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SM09 VZG is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 20 July 2009.

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