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BK57 MKZ

2007 Citroen C3

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

81,069 mi
Last recorded81,069 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Citroen C354,519 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK57 MKZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 81,069 miles

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

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns and os rear sills undersealed (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel bearing slightly noisy nsr (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2025 81,047 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nsr sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced osr sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn osf (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os front (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel bearing slightly noisy nsr (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 80,965 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength ns+os sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns+os (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jun 2025 80,932 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust mounting defective backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 71,215 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (bold) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2023 64,049 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 May 2023 64,049 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 56,921 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 53,756 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 50,536 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box strap broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 44,507 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 39,880 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 38,541 miles

slight play in front drop links

Pass 12 Jul 2016 36,095 miles

Oil leak engine

Fail 12 Jul 2016 36,095 miles

Stop lamp not working all brake lights inop (1.2.1b)

Oil leak engine

Pass 21 Jul 2015 32,388 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 29,643 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 26,150 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 21,334 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 17,676 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 12,607 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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BK57 MKZ is a 2007 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 54,519 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 BK57 MKZ, 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 19 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BK57 MKZ registered?

BK57 MKZ is a 2007 Citroen C3, first registered on 7 September 2007.

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