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BG09 FYY

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

74,478 mi
Last recorded74,478 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 FYY
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 74,478 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Axle corroded (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 67,591 miles

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear axle bushes worn and axle corroded (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 67,591 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear axle bushes worn and axle corroded (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 59,491 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 52,994 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn close plus inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 47,064 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 45,438 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 45,438 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 44,546 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 42,140 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 39,770 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 37,258 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 34,827 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 32,674 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 30,020 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 30,020 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 26,831 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 26,638 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 20,110 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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BG09 FYY is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BG09 FYY, 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 BG09 FYY registered?

BG09 FYY is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 12 June 2009.

Is BG09 FYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG09 FYY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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