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YH59 LHR

2009 Citroen C2

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

105,331 mi
Last recorded105,331 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen C253,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH59 LHR
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 105,331 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both near excessive (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both near excessive (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 91,065 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 85,778 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 76,404 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 76,403 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear indicators white (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working parking light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 67,842 miles

REAR WIPER BLADE WORN

Fail 22 Jul 2016 67,842 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH REAR INDICATORS WHITE (1.4.A.2f)

REAR WIPER BLADE WORN

Fail 16 Jul 2015 61,145 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 61,145 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 42,286 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 42,286 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 25,238 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 19,819 miles

All 4 road tyres starting to perish

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

How Reliable is the Citroen C2?

Based on 965,161 MOT tests across 61,057 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,516
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
61,057
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38,269
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,833
Registration plate lamp not working 22,386
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20,787
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15,873
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YH59 LHR is a 2009 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2009 Citroen C2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 53,578 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 C2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YH59 LHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Citroen C2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YH59 LHR is a 2009 Citroen C2, first registered on 29 September 2009.

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