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AV59 FJF

2009 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

146,873 mi
Last recorded146,873 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 FJF
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2022 146,873 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 137,454 miles

Covers fitted

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 131,088 miles

Covers fitted

Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle has age related rust underneath

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front sub frame and rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 124,478 miles

Nearside Front washer jet weak.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/55R17 101W (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55R17 101W (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55R17 101W (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2018 120,941 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 120,941 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 102,687 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 86,116 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 72,404 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 72,180 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 72,180 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2013 70,844 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Fail 16 Sep 2013 70,844 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

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

front discs heavily lipped

rear discs worn

Pass 4 Sep 2012 56,647 miles

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

Oil leak

How Reliable is the Citroen C5?

Based on 931,868 MOT tests across 82,427 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,739
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
82,427
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42,736
position lamp(s) not working 29,340
Registration plate lamp not working 24,921
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,481
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,920
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AV59 FJF is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 85,574 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42,736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV59 FJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 17 years old, this Citroen C5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV59 FJF registered?

AV59 FJF is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 18 September 2009.

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