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ST59 EVP

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,210 mi
Last recorded56,210 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST59 EVP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 56,210 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 55,216 miles

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes worn slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 53,937 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both font outer cv boot clips insecure

Pass 13 Jul 2022 52,412 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 52,412 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 50,169 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 50,169 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 48,250 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 46,417 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 43,976 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 40,711 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 37,516 miles

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Pass 2 Sep 2015 33,844 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 29,409 miles

front wiper need changeing soon

Pass 29 Aug 2013 24,907 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 21,816 miles

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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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ST59 EVP is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 ST59 EVP, 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

How do I check the history of ST59 EVP?

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What year was ST59 EVP registered?

ST59 EVP is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is ST59 EVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST59 EVP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ST59 EVP have outstanding finance?

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