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BN59 VHG

2009 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

172,184 mi
Last recorded172,184 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 VHG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 172,184 miles

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s/f & o/s/f (2.1.3 (g) (i))

steering rack has mist of oil but no obvious leaks

Pass 1 Oct 2018 165,218 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 154,209 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 6 Oct 2017 154,209 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 143,372 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 133,266 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2014 115,823 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 97,629 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 97,629 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 71,634 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 71,634 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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BN59 VHG is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BN59 VHG, 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 BN59 VHG registered?

BN59 VHG is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is BN59 VHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 VHG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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