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HK09 AEA

2009 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,312 mi
Last recorded42,312 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK09 AEA
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 42,312 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 40,732 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 38,912 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 36,855 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2023 36,855 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 35,478 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2022 35,475 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.5 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 33,933 miles

Nearside Front Slightly wearing on edges

Fail 28 Jul 2021 33,933 miles

Nearside Front Slightly wearing on edges

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 33,038 miles

Both headlights slightly fuzzy

Pass 18 Jul 2019 31,745 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 31,745 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 29,659 miles

Front Brake discs worn

Nearside Wiper blade split but still clears the screen

Pass 20 Jul 2017 27,397 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 27,396 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 26,037 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 24,222 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 21,530 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 17,960 miles

rear tyres starting to crack on the outer sidewalls

Pass 30 Jul 2012 14,555 miles

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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HK09 AEA is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HK09 AEA, 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 HK09 AEA registered?

HK09 AEA is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 7 August 2009.

Is HK09 AEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK09 AEA shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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