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YX59 YML

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,565 mi
Last recorded50,565 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX59 YML
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2022 50,565 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 47,279 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2021 47,279 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 43,688 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 38,528 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 33,993 miles

Front tyres worn close to legal limits

Screw in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Nov 2016 29,291 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 29,291 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 25,151 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 20,805 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 18,337 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 14,859 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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YX59 YML is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YX59 YML, 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 YX59 YML registered?

YX59 YML is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is YX59 YML safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX59 YML shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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