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BG59 KWW

2009 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

131,004 mi
Last recorded131,004 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 KWW
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 131,004 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 131,004 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 May 2017 124,200 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on edges and close to cords/structure - advise replaced a.s.a.p (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at legal limit - advise replaced a.s.a.p (4.1.E.1)

service due and diesel exhaust filter warning on instrument panel.

Fail 22 May 2017 124,200 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on edges and close to cords/structure - advise replaced a.s.a.p (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at legal limit - advise replaced a.s.a.p (4.1.E.1)

service due and diesel exhaust filter warning on instrument panel.

Fail 3 May 2017 124,172 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit although tyre on legal limit recommend changing ASAP . (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2016 119,292 miles

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)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

hi-level stop lamp not working

Fail 6 May 2016 119,292 miles

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)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

hi-level stop lamp not working

Pass 23 Jan 2015 111,375 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2015 111,375 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 108,865 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 87,043 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 63,888 miles

Dip stick tube is loose

Service light is on

Fail 15 Nov 2012 63,888 miles

Dip stick tube is loose

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service light is on

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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BG59 KWW is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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

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 BG59 KWW, 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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BG59 KWW is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 16 November 2009.

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