CarVerify

Free Car Check

FG59 DWK

2009 Citroen C2

Black Petrol 1398cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,950 mi
Last recorded122,950 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C253,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 DWK
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 122,950 miles

Central Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached on the corners (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front drivers visor lossely stored

horn poor output

Fail 1 Dec 2023 122,915 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Front bumper end sections insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside & nearside front bulb colour faded (4.4.3 (a))

Horn poor sound output

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside side repeater poor light output

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

drivers sun visor loosely stored

offside & nearside rear bump stops missing

Pass 17 Nov 2022 114,819 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside & nearside front & offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened upper coil slightly out of alignment (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear plastic panel touching tyre when wheel free to rotate

Nearside headlamp slightly loose mountings

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

drivers door check strap broken off allowing door to swing open

Fail 17 Nov 2022 114,819 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside & nearside front & offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened upper coil slightly out of alignment (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear plastic panel touching tyre when wheel free to rotate

Nearside headlamp slightly loose mountings

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

drivers door check strap broken off allowing door to swing open

Pass 13 Nov 2021 103,456 miles

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Underbody corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2020 93,610 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2020 93,610 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 77,172 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 70,971 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 67,289 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 63,422 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 57,616 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 49,727 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2013 40,158 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 40,157 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

front brake discs in very poor condition

Fail 30 Oct 2013 40,120 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2012 29,934 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Oct 2012 29,934 miles

Oil leak

How Reliable is the Citroen C2?

Based on 965,161 MOT tests across 61,057 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,516
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
61,057
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38,269
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,833
Registration plate lamp not working 22,386
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20,787
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15,873
Full Citroen C2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FG59 DWK is a 2009 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Citroen C2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 53,578 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 C2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG59 DWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Citroen C2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FG59 DWK?

You can check the full history of FG59 DWK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FG59 DWK registered?

FG59 DWK is a 2009 Citroen C2, first registered on 14 October 2009.

Is FG59 DWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG59 DWK shows 18 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.

Does FG59 DWK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FG59 DWK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.