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WJ59 EJU

2009 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,452 mi
Last recorded105,452 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ59 EJU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 105,452 miles

all brake discs showing slight corrosion

both rear indicator bulbs fading from amber to clear

slight fray to n/s/r seat belt webbing

slight oil leak n/s/f shock absorber

Pass 8 May 2025 102,720 miles

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Fail 7 May 2025 102,717 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 21 May 2024 98,438 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 May 2024 98,438 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 93,125 miles

some exhaust hangers corroded,but exhaust secure at time of test

Fail 24 Jun 2023 92,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low wont adjust and leveling not working (4.1.2 (a))

some exhaust hangers corroded,but exhaust secure at time of test

Pass 7 Jul 2022 86,886 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 86,763 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 80,026 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2021 80,018 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 74,765 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 70,172 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 63,374 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 55,488 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 46,993 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 42,552 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 42,552 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 38,203 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 33,874 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 29,683 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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WJ59 EJU is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 WJ59 EJU, 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 WJ59 EJU registered?

WJ59 EJU is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 21 September 2009.

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