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RK09 AZW

2009 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

101,508 mi
Last recorded101,508 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK09 AZW
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 101,508 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Axle corroded

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 Jul 2025 100,503 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired n/s o/s sills (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Axle corroded

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 96,139 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 96,139 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 89,681 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Aug 2023 89,681 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 82,481 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 75,962 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 75,962 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 72,188 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2020 72,188 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2019 61,915 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2019 61,915 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 46,863 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2018 46,863 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 33,514 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2017 33,514 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 31,205 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 26,863 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 22,434 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 17,393 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 11,817 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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RK09 AZW is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RK09 AZW, 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 RK09 AZW registered?

RK09 AZW is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 December 2009.

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