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WG09 VCP

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,425 mi
Last recorded87,425 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG09 VCP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 87,425 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 87,385 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 79,300 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very worn deteriorated bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very worn deteriorated bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front shocker upper bearing worn

Fail 6 Mar 2024 79,239 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very worn deteriorated bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement very worn deteriorated bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front shocker upper bearing worn

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023 70,879 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 70,879 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 60,227 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 54,051 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 49,561 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jul 2019 46,765 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 41,908 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 38,777 miles

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

all tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 12 Jul 2016 35,560 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 32,156 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 28,577 miles

both rear tyres cracking on inner sidewall

Pass 28 Jun 2013 22,853 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 22,851 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 15,774 miles

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

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

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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WG09 VCP is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WG09 VCP, 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 WG09 VCP registered?

WG09 VCP is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 20 July 2009.

Is WG09 VCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG09 VCP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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