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BV09 OMF

2009 Citroen C1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

126,949 mi
Last recorded126,949 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C155,712 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 OMF
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 16 Jul 2026 126,949 miles

Nearside Front Body panel insecure Wheel arch/wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Backing plate loose (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 122,022 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2025 122,015 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 120,451 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 109,259 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 98,372 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 90,884 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 90,884 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 87,243 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 79,980 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 74,970 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 74,970 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 72,050 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 63,919 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 63,919 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 55,943 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 55,943 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 46,123 miles

Both rear roadwheels inner bead rims distorted

Child seat secured off side rear ;seat belt not fully inspected

Slight roughness when near side rear roadwheel rotating

Wiper smears

Fail 14 Mar 2014 46,123 miles

Both rear roadwheels inner bead rims distorted

Child seat secured off side rear ;seat belt not fully inspected

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Slight roughness when near side rear roadwheel rotating

Wiper smears

Pass 21 Mar 2013 37,754 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 16 Mar 2012 26,863 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 26,863 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/r seat belt only had a visual check due to baby seat being fitted

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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BV09 OMF is a 2009 Citroen C1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BV09 OMF, 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.

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What year was BV09 OMF registered?

BV09 OMF is a 2009 Citroen C1, first registered on 28 March 2009.

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