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GK09 SZT

2009 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

87,864 mi
Last recorded87,864 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK09 SZT
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2025 87,864 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all, fronts worse (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (195/55x16) (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both juddering (3.4 (b) (i))

corrosion throughout underside of vehicle

Fail 29 Jan 2025 87,864 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all, fronts worse (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (195/55x16) (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both juddering (3.4 (b) (i))

corrosion throughout underside of vehicle

Pass 19 Feb 2024 73,430 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Feb 2024 73,430 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear wiper blade missing

Pass 17 Feb 2023 66,441 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all on limits (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 17 Feb 2023 66,441 miles

Exhaust system insecure front and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all on limits (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system corroded and flexible in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 60,752 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 56,624 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 53,709 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 50,021 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 45,571 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 39,736 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 33,844 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 29,653 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 24,534 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 19,046 miles

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)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 14,682 miles

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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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GK09 SZT is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GK09 SZT, 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.

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What year was GK09 SZT registered?

GK09 SZT is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 13 March 2009.

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