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R7 RKM

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

61,109 mi
Last recorded61,109 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR7 RKM
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 61,109 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 58,712 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 56,268 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 53,423 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 50,862 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2022 50,862 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 47,051 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 47,051 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH SIDES FRONT BRAKE DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 41,885 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear hanger corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 39,005 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 39,005 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 36,532 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 33,307 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 29,325 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 23,442 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 16,154 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 10,809 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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R7 RKM is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,360cc 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 R7 RKM, 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 R7 RKM registered?

R7 RKM is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 17 April 2009.

Is R7 RKM safe to buy?

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