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BT09 HPX

2009 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

146,481 mi
Last recorded146,481 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT09 HPX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 146,481 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 145,145 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 142,382 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 139,168 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 136,062 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 134,031 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 132,068 miles

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning inner lamps on tail gate (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 129,387 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2017 125,780 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 121,825 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 121,825 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 109,899 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 89,057 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 89,057 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 64,303 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 58,178 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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BT09 HPX is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BT09 HPX, 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 BT09 HPX registered?

BT09 HPX is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 23 August 2009.

Is BT09 HPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT09 HPX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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