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RK09 YEU

2009 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

94,943 mi
Last recorded94,943 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C357,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK09 YEU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 94,943 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear exhaust braket broken

Pass 3 Jul 2024 94,919 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 94,154 miles

Rear exhaust silencer support strap very rusty.

Pass 3 Dec 2021 93,188 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 93,188 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 91,340 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 91,340 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 82,225 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Apr 2018 74,262 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 66,662 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 60,801 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 54,151 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 54,151 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 46,821 miles

front brake discs wearing thin

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 1 Apr 2014 46,778 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres cracking

front brake discs wearing thin

Pass 9 Apr 2013 38,988 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 28,859 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 28,859 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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 YEU is a 2009 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RK09 YEU, 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 RK09 YEU registered?

RK09 YEU is a 2009 Citroen C3, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is RK09 YEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK09 YEU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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