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SV09 RHX

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,686 mi
Last recorded84,686 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV09 RHX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2019 84,686 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 68,926 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 68,926 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 53,235 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 40,780 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 35,855 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise wipers smearing screen

Pass 11 Apr 2014 29,062 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise cracks on nearside rear tyre

Fail 4 Apr 2014 28,979 miles

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise cracks on nearside rear tyre

advise nearside front brake bind

Pass 15 Apr 2013 23,174 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Apr 2012 18,343 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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SV09 RHX is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SV09 RHX, 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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What year was SV09 RHX registered?

SV09 RHX is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 April 2009.

Is SV09 RHX safe to buy?

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