2009 Citroen C3 1.6L Diesel · SM09 VZW
2009 Citroen C3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 27 Jul 2009. Recorded mileage 96,438 miles. MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C3
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,438 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM09 VZW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/11/2025
- 96,438 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM09 VZW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Citroen C3 (SM09 VZW) between October 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength NEARSIDE A”; “Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
SM09 VZW Mileage History
- 03/10/202391,169 mi
- 05/10/202391,172 mi+3 mi
- 17/10/202493,700 mi+2,528 mi
- 17/10/202493,700 mi
- 11/11/202596,438 mi+2,738 mi
Average of roughly 2,498 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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