AO09 VLV

2009 CITROEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
CITROEN
Year
2009
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
BLUE
Engine
1997 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
2 July 2026 (18 days away)
Last recorded mileage
38,033 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 35/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2009 Citroen has 22 MOT tests on record with a 64% pass rate and 38,033 miles. While mileage is consistent, the sheer number of failures and advisories for a 17-year-old vehicle indicates significant wear and potential future costs.

The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 10,788 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or implausibly low annual usage, though it has been low for its age.

Things to check

  • Recurring major failures in brakes (Jun 2020, Jun 2025) and suspension (Jun 2021, Jun 2022) indicate systemic neglect.
  • Four major brake failures and two major suspension failures across 12 MOT tests is a significant red flag.
  • The 2014-06-11 test noted 'Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated' — a critical advisory.
  • The 2015-05-28 test noted 'Power steering component(s) has slight seepage' — a recurring steering issue.

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP (2017): 4-star safety rating.
  • Current valid MOT until 2026-07-02, providing immediate peace of mind.
  • Consistent mileage trajectory with no suspicious drops or anomalies.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage tampering.

Mileage history

May 2012: 38,033 mi PASSJun 2013: 53,637 mi PASSJun 2014: 68,489 mi PASSMay 2015: 85,015 mi PASSMay 2016: 98,321 mi FAILMay 2016: 98,321 mi PASSMay 2017: 108,243 mi FAILMay 2017: 108,392 mi PASSJun 2018: 117,142 mi FAILJun 2018: 117,142 mi PASSJun 2019: 126,530 mi PASSJun 2020: 133,642 mi FAILJun 2020: 133,643 mi PASSJun 2021: 138,805 mi FAILJun 2021: 138,805 mi PASSJun 2022: 145,458 mi FAILJun 2022: 145,458 mi PASSJun 2023: 156,209 mi PASSJul 2024: 169,846 mi FAILJul 2024: 169,846 mi PASSJun 2025: 178,138 mi FAILJul 2025: 178,139 mi PASS178k108k38kMay 2012Jul 2025

MOT test history — 14/22 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
May 2012 PASS 38,033 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Jun 2013 PASS 53,637 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Jun 2014 PASS 68,489 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
May 2015 PASS 85,015 mi
ADVISORY Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
ADVISORY Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
May 2016 FAIL 98,321 mi
FAIL Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
May 2016 PASS 98,321 mi None recorded
May 2017 FAIL 108,243 mi
FAIL Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
FAIL Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
May 2017 PASS 108,392 mi None recorded
Jun 2018 FAIL 117,142 mi
PRS Offside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Jun 2018 PASS 117,142 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Jun 2019 PASS 126,530 mi None recorded
Jun 2020 FAIL 133,642 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
MAJOR Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MAJOR Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation both rear cables not seated in caliper correctly (1.1.15 (d))
ADVISORY Rear both rear tyres tread stepped on inner edge
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MAJOR Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Jun 2020 PASS 133,643 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
ADVISORY Rear both rear tyres tread stepped on inner edge
Jun 2021 FAIL 138,805 mi
MAJOR Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
MAJOR Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Jun 2021 PASS 138,805 mi None recorded
Jun 2022 FAIL 145,458 mi
MAJOR Nearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
Jun 2022 PASS 145,458 mi None recorded
Jun 2023 PASS 156,209 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Jul 2024 FAIL 169,846 mi
MAJOR Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
MAJOR Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
MAJOR Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Jul 2024 PASS 169,846 mi None recorded
Jun 2025 FAIL 178,138 mi
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
MAJOR Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
MAJOR Brake cable insecure both by brake calipers (1.1.15 (c))
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Jul 2025 PASS 178,139 mi
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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