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VK59 LWV

2009 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,647 mi
Last recorded84,647 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 LWV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2022 84,647 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2021 73,681 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 73,680 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 65,446 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 60,275 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 60,274 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure Box (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 50,669 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 39,228 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 28,702 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 28,565 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 24,252 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 5mm inner (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 5mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 20,679 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 15,729 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 20 Sep 2012 11,998 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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VK59 LWV is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,397cc 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 VK59 LWV, 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 VK59 LWV registered?

VK59 LWV is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is VK59 LWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK59 LWV 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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