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YR59 SFZ

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

71,573 mi
Last recorded71,573 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 SFZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Sep 2025 71,573 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 67,725 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2024 67,725 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 64,150 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 61,239 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 58,392 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 56,589 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2020 56,589 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 54,958 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 53,097 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 51,008 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 49,335 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 46,771 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 42,304 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 36,065 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 28,009 miles

front brake pads worn low

front discs worn

rear brake pads worn low

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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YR59 SFZ is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YR59 SFZ, 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 YR59 SFZ registered?

YR59 SFZ is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is YR59 SFZ safe to buy?

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