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BK59 RKX

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

44,041 mi
Last recorded44,041 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 RKX
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 44,041 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2025 44,041 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2024 42,402 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2024 42,402 miles

Nearside Rear Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 40,030 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 38,199 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 36,579 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 36,579 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 35,085 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 35,082 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 33,308 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 27,414 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3 mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 24,491 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 21,137 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 21,137 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 18,276 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 12,650 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 10,787 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 9,336 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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BK59 RKX is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BK59 RKX, 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 BK59 RKX registered?

BK59 RKX is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 24 October 2009.

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The MOT history for BK59 RKX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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