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WU09 XEB

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

98,416 mi
Last recorded98,416 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU09 XEB
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 98,416 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jul 2026 98,416 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Road wheel fixing missing all four wheels have one bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 88,128 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre wearing bald inner edges

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre wearing low outer edges

Pass 19 Jul 2024 81,339 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 62,227 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2023 62,227 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 46,045 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 40,472 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 35,633 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 35,633 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 34,777 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 32,123 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2016 28,026 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 24,152 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

rear silencer mounting strap broken/corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2014 19,677 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 25 Apr 2013 16,286 miles

all tyres perrished

Fail 25 Apr 2013 16,286 miles

Offside Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

all tyres perrished

Fail 23 Apr 2012 12,449 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 12,449 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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WU09 XEB is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WU09 XEB, 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 WU09 XEB registered?

WU09 XEB is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 20 May 2009.

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