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YE09 BZH

2009 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

150,448 mi
Last recorded150,448 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2017
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE09 BZH
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2017 150,448 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 139,738 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 139,738 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Daytime running light not working

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 130,479 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 120,450 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 120,450 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2014 109,762 miles

front outer pads getting low

high level brake light inop

Fail 18 Jul 2014 109,407 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

front outer pads getting low

high level brake light inop

Pass 26 Jul 2013 84,570 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 60,322 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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YE09 BZH is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YE09 BZH, 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 YE09 BZH registered?

YE09 BZH is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is YE09 BZH safe to buy?

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