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BN59 VGV

2009 Citroen C1

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

197,191 mi
Last recorded197,191 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 2009 Citroen C155,712 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 VGV
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2017 197,191 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 197,191 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 177,696 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 177,696 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 150,074 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 127,340 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 127,340 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 89,865 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 89,865 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 60,891 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Sep 2012 60,891 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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BN59 VGV is a 2009 Citroen C1 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2009 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 55,712 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 C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN59 VGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Citroen C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN59 VGV registered?

BN59 VGV is a 2009 Citroen C1, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is BN59 VGV safe to buy?

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