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BV09 SVG

2009 Citroen C1

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

404,168 mi
Last recorded404,168 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C155,712 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 SVG
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 404,168 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 40,418 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 37,908 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 36,068 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 33,327 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 33,327 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2022 30,693 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 27,819 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2021 27,819 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2020 25,132 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 22,343 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 19,674 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 19,674 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 16,297 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 15,019 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 13,098 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 10,651 miles

NSF AND NSR TYRES WORN ON OUTER SIDEWALLS

Pass 30 Apr 2013 8,253 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 6,301 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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BV09 SVG is a 2009 Citroen C1 in Blue 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 BV09 SVG, 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 SVG registered?

BV09 SVG is a 2009 Citroen C1, first registered on 22 May 2009.

Is BV09 SVG safe to buy?

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