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RE59 DWZ

2009 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

101,461 mi
Last recorded101,461 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2018
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE59 DWZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2018 101,461 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbones bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2018 101,461 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbones bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 88,403 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine cover-under tray fitted

front brake discs corroded

Fail 27 Nov 2017 88,403 miles

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

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine cover-under tray fitted

front brake discs corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2016 73,645 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 63,573 miles

n/s rear tyre tread feathered

Pass 23 Aug 2014 52,482 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 38,979 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 21,433 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Near side front tyre getting low 3.0mm

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Unable to inspect outer sills plastic covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2012 21,433 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Near side front tyre getting low 3.0mm

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

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

Unable to inspect outer sills plastic covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RE59 DWZ 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 70%.

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 RE59 DWZ, 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 RE59 DWZ registered?

RE59 DWZ is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is RE59 DWZ safe to buy?

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