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SP59 YXS

2009 Citroen C2

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

115,857 mi
Last recorded115,857 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C253,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP59 YXS
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2024 115,857 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2024 115,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp not working replaced bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working replaced bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 92,386 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 90,915 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 87,786 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 86,801 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 82,832 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 78,154 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 72,587 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 72,587 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear of front. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear of front. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 65,881 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 60,262 miles

Nearside Wiper slightly deteriorated.

Rear seat belts not fully checked due to dog cover fitted.

Pass 10 Oct 2014 56,932 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 51,000 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 49,267 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 42,790 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

How Reliable is the Citroen C2?

Based on 965,161 MOT tests across 61,057 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,516
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
61,057
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38,269
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,833
Registration plate lamp not working 22,386
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20,787
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15,873
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SP59 YXS is a 2009 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 Citroen C2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 53,578 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP59 YXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Citroen C2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP59 YXS registered?

SP59 YXS is a 2009 Citroen C2, first registered on 24 October 2009.

Is SP59 YXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP59 YXS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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