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FN09 TMZ

2009 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

188,777 mi
Last recorded188,777 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN09 TMZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 188,777 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play 'Both' (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 May 2018 178,585 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 178,585 miles

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 May 2017 161,758 miles

rear brake pads close to limit

Fail 12 May 2017 161,727 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

rear brake pads close to limit

Pass 13 May 2016 143,174 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 143,174 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 May 2015 195,609 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 195,609 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 104,309 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 91,021 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 71,896 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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FN09 TMZ is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FN09 TMZ, 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 FN09 TMZ registered?

FN09 TMZ is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 3 March 2009.

Is FN09 TMZ safe to buy?

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