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WV09 DXU

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

47,875 mi
Last recorded47,875 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV09 DXU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 47,875 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 47,875 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside wiper blade worn

Pass 18 Mar 2025 47,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has cuts in tread. age 2016 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge age 2015 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge age 2015 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 47,154 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 46,512 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 45,893 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 45,436 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 45,436 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 44,890 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 43,814 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 42,906 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 42,100 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 37,824 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 32,610 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 32,610 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 27,321 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 20,149 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 14,417 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 14,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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WV09 DXU is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 WV09 DXU, 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 WV09 DXU registered?

WV09 DXU is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is WV09 DXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV09 DXU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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