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SP59 XTU

2009 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

110,822 mi
Last recorded110,822 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP59 XTU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 110,822 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 110,812 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 109,941 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 103,308 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 67,009 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

o/s/r tyre has slight cracking on inner sidewall.

Pass 24 Feb 2017 61,121 miles

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both rear (2.7.2a)

Fail 22 Feb 2017 61,121 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear position lamp(s) not working both o/s/r (1.1.A.3b)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both rear (2.7.2a)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 50,335 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 50,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low not adjusting (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 43,042 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 36,915 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 29,357 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 23,248 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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SP59 XTU is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SP59 XTU, 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

How do I check the history of SP59 XTU?

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What year was SP59 XTU registered?

SP59 XTU is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is SP59 XTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP59 XTU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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