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BG09 FYO

2009 Citroen C1

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,823 mi
Last recorded87,823 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C155,712 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 FYO
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 87,823 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2(rear section) (1.1.11 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear position light slightly discoloured

Fail 13 Nov 2025 87,823 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2(rear section) (1.1.11 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear position light slightly discoloured

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 82,557 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Nov 2024 82,557 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 78,556 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Nov 2023 78,556 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside handbrake low effort

Pass 24 Nov 2022 74,474 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 70,393 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 70,386 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 66,127 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 62,190 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 29 Feb 2020 62,190 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 57,379 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2019 57,379 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 52,812 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 49,075 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 44,121 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 38,468 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 34,958 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 31,942 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 29,985 miles

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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BG09 FYO is a 2009 Citroen C1 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG09 FYO, 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 BG09 FYO registered?

BG09 FYO is a 2009 Citroen C1, first registered on 20 June 2009.

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