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2009 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · MK09 EWM

MK09 EWM

2009 Citroen C1 (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2009. Recorded mileage 88,644 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/09/2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
CITROEN C1
Year / Origin
2009 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 28/08/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/09/2026)
Recorded Mileage
88,644 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 28/08/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/09/2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2009
Engine
998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2009 Citroen C1 has a mixed MOT history with recurring mechanical and safety issues, particularly involving suspension, brakes, and lighting. The most recent MOT on 2025-08-29 showed a minor failure: the central upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning. This suggests ongoing issues with lighting systems, which are critical for safety. A pattern of suspension and brake component wear emerges. In 2023, the vehicle failed due to front brake disc wear, a split drive shaft boot, and excessive wear in both front suspension arm bushes. These issues reappeared in earlier MOTs, including a 2022 entry noting suspension bush wear and a 2024 test flagging brake binding. While some issues were resolved (e.g., the 2025 stop lamp fix), the recurrence of suspension and brake problems indicates potential long-term reliability concerns. The trend shows mixed signals. Some issues, like brake disc wear, were addressed in later tests, but others, such as suspension bush wear, persisted. The 2023 failed MOT highlighted multiple critical faults, suggesting a possible worsening condition.

MK09 EWM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 29/08/2025
  • 88,644 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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MK09 EWM Mileage History

  1. 24/08/202268,659 mi
  2. 24/08/202378,433 mi+9,774 mi
  3. 24/08/202378,433 mi
  4. 30/08/202484,651 mi+6,218 mi
  5. 29/08/202588,644 mi+3,993 mi

Average of roughly 6,630 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

MK09 EWM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 19:10
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Citroen C1 (MK09 EWM) between August 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 29 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”.

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