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VA59 HSU

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

32,635 mi
Last recorded32,635 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA59 HSU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2022 32,635 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2022 32,624 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 29,907 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2021 29,907 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Jan 2020 27,992 miles

Front number plate damaged

slight oil leak

Fail 2 Jan 2020 27,992 miles

Front number plate damaged

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

slight oil leak

Pass 17 Jan 2019 24,913 miles

slight oil leak

Fail 17 Jan 2019 24,913 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

slight oil leak

Pass 5 Jan 2018 22,076 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 18,707 miles

175/65/14

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Dec 2016 18,707 miles

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

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

175/65/14

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 15,618 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 12,624 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 9,078 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 5,579 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2012 5,579 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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VA59 HSU is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 VA59 HSU, 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 VA59 HSU registered?

VA59 HSU is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is VA59 HSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA59 HSU shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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