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VE59 PLZ

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

52,921 mi
Last recorded52,921 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE59 PLZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 52,921 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 49,320 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 45,191 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 44,989 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 44,303 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2020 44,303 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Dec 2019 43,751 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 40,946 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2018 40,946 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both outer in secure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 37,586 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2017 37,586 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 33,965 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Dec 2015 28,179 miles

Both Front Tyres 2.2mm Remaining

Fail 24 Dec 2015 28,179 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (1.4.A.2f)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 22,267 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2014 22,267 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 17,166 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 13,340 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 PLZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 PLZ, 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 PLZ registered?

VE59 PLZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is VE59 PLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE59 PLZ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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