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SP09 RVZ

2009 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,298 mi
Last recorded127,298 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 RVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 127,298 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 188,313 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 109,372 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 107,721 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 92,979 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

bonnet release damaged

Fail 14 Jan 2015 92,979 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

bonnet release damaged

Pass 13 Jan 2014 74,416 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 74,416 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 56,891 miles

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

rear exhaust silencer large dent and corrosion present on pipe

Fail 3 Jan 2013 56,758 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

rear exhaust silencer large dent and corrosion present on pipe

Pass 6 Apr 2012 44,881 miles

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)

crack on nearside rear reflector

offside front door interior handle broken and partialy adrift

rear silencer badly dented

Fail 30 Mar 2012 44,881 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

offside front door interior handle broken and partialy adrift

rear silencer badly dented

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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SP09 RVZ is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc 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 SP09 RVZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP09 RVZ registered?

SP09 RVZ is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is SP09 RVZ safe to buy?

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