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BF59 DYC

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

96,059 mi
Last recorded96,059 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 DYC
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 96,059 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

‘This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact Citroën for information and to arrange a free repair’

Fail 21 Aug 2025 96,059 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

‘This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact Citroën for information and to arrange a free repair’

Pass 29 Aug 2024 88,954 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2024 88,954 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 86,452 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 85,883 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 84,767 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Less than 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 84,003 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2020 84,003 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 82,585 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 80,784 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 78,289 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 73,646 miles

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

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

oil leaks

Fail 28 Aug 2015 63,369 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 63,369 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 45,300 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2014 45,297 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 28,686 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 17,951 miles

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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BF59 DYC is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BF59 DYC, 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 BF59 DYC registered?

BF59 DYC is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 14 October 2009.

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