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SW59 CAA

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,460 mi
Last recorded36,460 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW59 CAA
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 36,460 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 35,056 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 Jun 2023 35,045 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 33,147 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Suspension components rusty

Pass 4 Jun 2021 31,082 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 29,206 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 26,652 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 24,390 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 19,997 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 17,875 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 7,011 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 13,878 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 13,840 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 10,443 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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SW59 CAA is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SW59 CAA, 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 SW59 CAA registered?

SW59 CAA is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is SW59 CAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW59 CAA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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