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AE59 MHY

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,333 mi
Last recorded95,333 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE59 MHY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 95,333 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 92,861 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 81,185 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 9 Jun 2022 81,180 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 79,780 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2019 79,780 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 71,979 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 71,781 miles

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

Rear exhaust mounting - corroded / fractured

Pass 1 Nov 2016 63,752 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 61,381 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 48,202 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 34,343 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 23,921 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 23,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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AE59 MHY is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AE59 MHY, 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 AE59 MHY registered?

AE59 MHY is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 2 December 2009.

Is AE59 MHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE59 MHY shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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