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VN09 BYB

2009 Citroen C5

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

173,482 mi
Last recorded173,482 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN09 BYB
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 173,482 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 168,452 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 155,848 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 145,117 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 131,895 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 122,614 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 104,980 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 95,894 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 82,315 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 73,582 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 64,264 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 52,080 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 43,677 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 33,916 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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VN09 BYB is a 2009 Citroen C5 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VN09 BYB, 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 VN09 BYB registered?

VN09 BYB is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 17 June 2009.

Is VN09 BYB safe to buy?

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