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SV59 VNE

2009 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

101,730 mi
Last recorded101,730 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV59 VNE
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 101,730 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 101,710 miles

Emissions unable to be completed oil smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 89,409 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2025 89,409 miles

Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

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

Fail 14 Oct 2024 89,320 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 89,314 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 89,314 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 12 Oct 2022 88,663 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 88,662 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 88,091 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2021 88,091 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 86,486 miles

215/60/16 FRONT TYRES WORN UNEVENLY

Fail 16 Oct 2020 86,485 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

215/60/16 FRONT TYRES WORN UNEVENLY

Pass 10 May 2019 84,806 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2019 84,806 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2018 83,752 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 83,641 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 75,959 miles

Front discs corroded

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear discs corroded

Fail 19 Apr 2015 75,959 miles

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

Front discs corroded

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear discs corroded

Fail 28 Apr 2014 59,866 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 59,866 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 45,592 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 42,996 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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SV59 VNE is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 SV59 VNE, 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 SV59 VNE registered?

SV59 VNE is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is SV59 VNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV59 VNE shows 23 tests with a 56.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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