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BK09 FCN

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

60,747 mi
Last recorded60,747 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 FCN
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 60,747 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 60,366 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2024 59,715 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 57,828 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 54,687 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Jun 2022 54,687 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 50,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 50,767 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 49,370 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 49,370 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 45,196 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 40,151 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyres cracked on sidewalls

Fail 18 Dec 2017 40,151 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc both outer (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyres cracked on sidewalls

Pass 9 Dec 2016 31,883 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 25,145 miles

unable to check condition of brake pads

Fail 10 Dec 2015 25,145 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

unable to check condition of brake pads

Pass 25 Mar 2015 22,413 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 22,413 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 17,602 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 17,602 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 14,083 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 14,083 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 11,238 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 11,238 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BK09 FCN is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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

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 BK09 FCN, 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 BK09 FCN registered?

BK09 FCN is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 March 2009.

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