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DU09 EDC

2009 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,657 mi
Last recorded141,657 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 EDC
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2021 141,657 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 1 Feb 2019 138,345 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2019 138,344 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 130,514 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 5 Feb 2018 130,512 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Feb 2017 121,699 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 26 May 2015 115,420 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 113,867 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 109,199 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 104,864 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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DU09 EDC is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DU09 EDC, 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 DU09 EDC registered?

DU09 EDC is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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