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BT59 FCM

2010 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,570 mi
Last recorded179,570 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2018
Typical for 2010 Citroen C586,377 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT59 FCM
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2018 179,570 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 160,513 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine management light on

Pass 5 Feb 2016 130,841 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 130,251 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 106,165 miles

Particle filter light on dash

Rear brake pads low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Front brake pads low

Fail 23 Jan 2015 106,159 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Particle filter light on dash

Rear brake pads low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Front brake pads low

Pass 28 Jan 2014 81,303 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jan 2014 81,303 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2013 54,196 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front tyres wear inner egdes advise tacking

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

O/S/f tyre starting to wear on edges

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BT59 FCM is a 2010 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2010 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 86,377 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 BT59 FCM, 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 16 years old, this Citroen C5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT59 FCM registered?

BT59 FCM is a 2010 Citroen C5, first registered on 14 January 2010.

Is BT59 FCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT59 FCM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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