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VX59 BXG

2009 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

137,132 mi
Last recorded137,132 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX59 BXG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 137,132 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2023 137,132 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2022 127,213 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 118,901 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 118,901 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 116,238 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 116,238 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 101,818 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively plus pads (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2019 101,818 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively plus pads (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 85,503 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2018 85,503 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 68,580 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 52,998 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 42,943 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2014 33,649 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2012 24,303 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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VX59 BXG is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 VX59 BXG, 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 VX59 BXG registered?

VX59 BXG is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 December 2009.

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