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BD09 SZN

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

94,884 mi
Last recorded94,884 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD09 SZN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 94,884 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 86,744 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 79,659 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2024 79,650 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 73,549 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2023 73,549 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 67,095 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 59,773 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 54,201 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 50,488 miles

engine cover fitted

under-tray fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2018 46,025 miles

Oil leak ()

engine cover fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2017 41,168 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 36,238 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 31,613 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s & n/s rear tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 14 Apr 2014 25,027 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 18,642 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 15,256 miles

FRONT PADS 3/4 WORN

REAR PADS 3/4 WORN

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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BD09 SZN is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BD09 SZN, 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 BD09 SZN registered?

BD09 SZN is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is BD09 SZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD09 SZN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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