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SM59 JBE

2009 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,762 mi
Last recorded59,762 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 JBE
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 59,762 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2025 59,762 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 57,277 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2024 57,277 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 54,307 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 51,080 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2022 51,080 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2021 45,141 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 45,141 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2020 41,793 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 40,231 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 36,765 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 36,765 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 32,285 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 29,549 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 25,889 miles

cant fully rev vehicle during emissions test for rev limiter

engine and under covers fitted not allowing for full inspection of components

Pass 17 Nov 2014 23,320 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine speed electronically limited to 3000 rpm during smoke test.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Nov 2013 19,175 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012
Fail 7 Nov 2012 13,901 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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SM59 JBE is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 SM59 JBE, 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 SM59 JBE registered?

SM59 JBE is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 November 2009.

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