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SP09 XCH

2009 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

145,382 mi
Last recorded145,382 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 XCH
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2022 145,382 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 135,082 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread below 2mm 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

body covers fitted obscuring inspection

Fail 2 Feb 2021 135,081 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread below 2mm 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

body covers fitted obscuring inspection

Pass 3 Feb 2020 124,101 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 113,999 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 104,577 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 97,211 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Jan 2017 96,626 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Jan 2016 86,379 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine cover fitted

nail in n/s/r tyre

nail in o/s/r tyre

Fail 15 Jan 2016 86,211 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine cover fitted

nail in n/s/r tyre

nail in o/s/r tyre

Pass 10 Mar 2015 73,671 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 58,263 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 58,263 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 42,292 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 31,636 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 XCH is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XCH, 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 SP09 XCH registered?

SP09 XCH is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is SP09 XCH safe to buy?

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