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FE09 LBA

2009 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

232,820 mi
Last recorded232,820 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE09 LBA
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 232,820 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 232,820 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2020 136,224 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 124,787 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 185,614 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 185,614 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 105,655 miles

Oil leak ()

engine cover fitted and under tray fitted

Pass 9 Apr 2016 95,968 miles

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

engine cover fitted and under tray fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2015 89,219 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2014 79,372 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2013 72,260 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2012 65,433 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 65,433 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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FE09 LBA is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FE09 LBA, 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 FE09 LBA registered?

FE09 LBA is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 8 May 2009.

Is FE09 LBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE09 LBA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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