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VU59 HNL

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,827 mi
Last recorded27,827 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU59 HNL
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 27,827 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 8 May 2026 27,824 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 29 Apr 2026 27,634 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip worn (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 May 2025 16,089 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Fail 6 May 2025 16,089 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 9,125 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 195/50/16 ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyres 195/50/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 8,927 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Apr 2018 8,486 miles

both front tyres perished

damage to n/s/f bumper

Pass 20 Mar 2017 7,933 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 7,453 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 6,470 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 6,470 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 19,561 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 4,834 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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VU59 HNL is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VU59 HNL, 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 VU59 HNL registered?

VU59 HNL is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 23 September 2009.

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