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SP59 CWR

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

203,043 mi
Last recorded203,043 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP59 CWR
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 203,043 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 196,845 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 191,779 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 182,958 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2022 182,907 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 170,869 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 144,357 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 126,865 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 108,619 miles

Front exhaust support fractured

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (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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SP59 CWR is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SP59 CWR, 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 SP59 CWR registered?

SP59 CWR is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is SP59 CWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP59 CWR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP59 CWR have outstanding finance?

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