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FG59 MXB

2009 Citroen C2

Red Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

49,230 mi
Last recorded49,230 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C253,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 MXB
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 49,230 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2026 49,228 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 46,521 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 42,134 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 42,134 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 37,342 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2023 37,342 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 35,900 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 35,900 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2019 31,887 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 31,885 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 28,857 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 23,944 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 18,906 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 17,409 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 13,629 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 13,629 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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
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FG59 MXB is a 2009 Citroen C2 in Red with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 MXB, 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

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What year was FG59 MXB registered?

FG59 MXB is a 2009 Citroen C2, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is FG59 MXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG59 MXB shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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