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BU09 ZTH

2009 Citroen C1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

29,131 mi
Last recorded29,131 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C155,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 ZTH
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 29,131 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

fuel cap broken

Fail 4 Feb 2026 29,131 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

fuel cap broken

Pass 28 Jan 2025 24,442 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 24,442 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached broken (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 24,264 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2024 24,264 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 23,678 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 22,789 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 19,438 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 18,565 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 15,979 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 15,256 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 15,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 13,814 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 12,203 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 10,597 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 8,904 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 7,151 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 5,325 miles

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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BU09 ZTH is a 2009 Citroen C1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU09 ZTH, 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

How do I check the history of BU09 ZTH?

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What year was BU09 ZTH registered?

BU09 ZTH is a 2009 Citroen C1, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is BU09 ZTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU09 ZTH shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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