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XLZ 4074

2009 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,034 mi
Last recorded66,034 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLZ 4074
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 66,034 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 13 Feb 2017 66,032 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Feb 2016 57,972 miles

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

advice rear tyres starting to crack on side walls

Fail 10 Feb 2016 57,972 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

advice rear tyres starting to crack on side walls

Pass 24 Feb 2015 50,058 miles

(1.4A.2f)The offside rear indicator colour is deteriorating

(2c)There is a presence of engine oil indicates that a slight leak is present

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread has worn down to 2.78mm

(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre breadth of tread has worn down to 2.53mm

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have trims fitted

(8.3.1e)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items hanging from the interior mirror should not be fitted for legal reasons

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 20 Feb 2015 49,981 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

(1.4A.2f)The offside rear indicator colour is deteriorating

(2c)There is a presence of engine oil indicates that a slight leak is present

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread has worn down to 2.78mm

(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre breadth of tread has worn down to 2.53mm

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have trims fitted

(8.3.1e)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items hanging from the interior mirror should not be fitted for legal reasons

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 7 May 2014 43,266 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 35,479 miles

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer/owner from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

Pass 10 May 2012 29,227 miles

Airbag warning light on

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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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XLZ 4074 is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 XLZ 4074, 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 XLZ 4074 registered?

XLZ 4074 is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is XLZ 4074 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLZ 4074 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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