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BK09 KLF

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2025
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

135,174 mi
Last recorded135,174 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 KLF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Fail 28 Jan 2026 135,174 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2024 129,330 miles

Corrosion to the front suspensions component and the rear suspensions component underside of the vehicle, but not seriously weakened, both sides

Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2024 129,330 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Corrosion to the front suspensions component and the rear suspensions component underside of the vehicle, but not seriously weakened, both sides

Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 115,554 miles

Corrosion to the front suspensions component and the rear suspensions component underside of the vehicle, but not seriously weakened, both sides

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

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced along the side (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2021 114,968 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 109,126 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 104,691 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 104,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 96,696 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 96,670 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 88,735 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s inner edge wear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Apr 2017 88,735 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s inner edge wear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 78,483 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 78,411 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 68,428 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 59,814 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 59,814 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 46,870 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 46,870 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 38,759 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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BK09 KLF is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KLF, 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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BK09 KLF is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 21 April 2009.

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