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AO09 VKZ

2009 Citroen C1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,290 mi
Last recorded42,290 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C155,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 VKZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 42,290 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 41,775 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 41,041 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2024 41,034 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 40,387 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 38,922 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

road springs rusty

Pass 22 Jun 2021 36,997 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 34,053 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 32,112 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 28,923 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 27,227 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 27,227 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 25,196 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 23,208 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre cracking

Pass 20 Jun 2014 22,393 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 20,631 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 18,385 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 18,385 miles

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

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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AO09 VKZ is a 2009 Citroen C1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 55,712 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO09 VKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Citroen C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO09 VKZ registered?

AO09 VKZ is a 2009 Citroen C1, first registered on 27 June 2009.

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