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YG59 BPX

2009 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

209,024 mi
Last recorded209,024 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 BPX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 209,024 miles

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

under covers fitted

Fail 2 Feb 2021 209,022 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

under covers fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2020 199,288 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2020 199,288 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 180,000 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 169,231 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 162,245 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 145,702 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 129,098 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 108,210 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 108,210 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 96,188 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

engine management light on

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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YG59 BPX is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YG59 BPX, 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 YG59 BPX registered?

YG59 BPX is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 15 September 2009.

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