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WP59 SVU

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

119,334 mi
Last recorded119,334 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP59 SVU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 119,334 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 105,482 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Nov 2017 105,482 miles

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 88,905 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Fail 28 Nov 2016 88,905 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Pass 10 Nov 2015 70,650 miles

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

nearside front and rear tyres wearing low

Pass 12 Nov 2014 55,932 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 40,503 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Nov 2012 22,828 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 22,828 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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WP59 SVU is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WP59 SVU, 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 WP59 SVU registered?

WP59 SVU is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 21 December 2009.

Is WP59 SVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP59 SVU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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