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WL59 FRV

2009 Citroen C3

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,936 mi
Last recorded98,936 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL59 FRV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 98,936 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension parts corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 99,012 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))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 88,618 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

rear exhaust mount corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2021 86,632 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2020 108,376 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 80,671 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 80,671 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2017 77,691 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some testable components

Fail 13 Dec 2017 77,691 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine covers fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 20 Dec 2016 66,952 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened faces just ok at time of test (3.5.1i)

slight oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2015 55,556 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 42,839 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 32,477 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 21,800 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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WL59 FRV is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Green with a 1,560cc diesel 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 WL59 FRV, 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 WL59 FRV registered?

WL59 FRV is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is WL59 FRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL59 FRV 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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