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BN09 CWK

2009 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,144 mi
Last recorded113,144 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN09 CWK
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 113,144 miles

Nearside Front DRL dim

Fail 2 Sep 2025 113,144 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working both (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front DRL dim

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2025 113,139 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 110,601 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 110,368 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2022 106,737 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 100,512 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 100,314 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 99,831 miles

under trays fitted and wet test

Pass 28 Sep 2018 87,650 miles

Nearside Front Daylight Running Lamp Inop

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

Fail 28 Sep 2018 87,650 miles

Nearside Front Daylight Running Lamp Inop

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

Nearside Front Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 73,858 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 63,013 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 50,993 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 41,633 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 33,583 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 31,224 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Mar 2012 23,958 miles

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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BN09 CWK is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN09 CWK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN09 CWK registered?

BN09 CWK is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 17 March 2009.

Is BN09 CWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN09 CWK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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