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BF09 YNG

2009 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,186 mi
Last recorded56,186 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF09 YNG
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 56,186 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 50,751 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 50,751 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 46,031 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 46,031 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 43,707 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))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 39,531 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 37,380 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 34,170 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 31,469 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 27,807 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 24,219 miles

N/s/f tyre sidewall badly worn

Pass 6 Aug 2014 20,356 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 15,748 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 15,748 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 11,674 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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BF09 YNG is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BF09 YNG, 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 BF09 YNG registered?

BF09 YNG is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 13 August 2009.

Is BF09 YNG safe to buy?

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