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WU09 UJX

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

91,757 mi
Last recorded91,757 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU09 UJX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 91,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2026 91,711 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 90,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth outer edges 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 24 Feb 2025 90,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth outer edges 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working replaced with 501 bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 88,835 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges more so outer 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Feb 2024 88,835 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges more so outer 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working replace with 501 bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 84,897 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Feb 2023 84,896 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 80,272 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 76,546 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 76,543 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 72,697 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 68,108 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2019 68,108 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 62,245 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 56,827 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 52,732 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some under-side components

Pass 25 Feb 2015 50,507 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)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 43,235 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 43,235 miles

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

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

brake inspection required

front brake discs lipped

Pass 25 Mar 2013 32,303 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brakes require inspection

front brake disc's worn/lipped

Fail 25 Mar 2013 32,303 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brakes require inspection

front brake disc's worn/lipped

Pass 30 Mar 2012 21,592 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

front tyres getting close to legal limt

rear wiper blade split

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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WU09 UJX is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 WU09 UJX, 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 WU09 UJX registered?

WU09 UJX is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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