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BU09 XLG

2009 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,880 mi
Last recorded114,880 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 XLG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2019 114,880 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 101,738 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe into rack possible `O` ring failing (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 92,623 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 88,454 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 74,372 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 61,332 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2013 47,539 miles

nearside front tyre tread area damaged

Pass 31 Dec 2012 34,346 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 30,903 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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BU09 XLG is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BU09 XLG, 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 BU09 XLG registered?

BU09 XLG is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 April 2009.

Is BU09 XLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU09 XLG shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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