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VE59 EJG

2009 Citroen C3

Beige Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

84,334 mi
Last recorded84,334 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE59 EJG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 84,334 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 82,163 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 80,557 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 75,774 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 70,277 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Feb 2022 70,231 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 65,453 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 60,811 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 50,976 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 44,201 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 41,021 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 41,021 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 36,827 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2014 36,827 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 31,709 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 24,576 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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VE59 EJG is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Beige with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VE59 EJG, 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 VE59 EJG registered?

VE59 EJG is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is VE59 EJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE59 EJG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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