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CY09 BZW

2009 Citroen C3

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

111,055 mi
Last recorded111,055 miles
Recorded on27 May 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY09 BZW
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2019 111,055 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 107,501 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2018 107,501 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 9 May 2017 95,729 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2016 89,328 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

washer jet n/s poor flo

Pass 23 Apr 2015 87,476 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2014 77,992 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 63,989 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 50,860 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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CY09 BZW is a 2009 Citroen C3 in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CY09 BZW, 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 CY09 BZW registered?

CY09 BZW is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 19 May 2009.

Is CY09 BZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY09 BZW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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