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YX59 PCF

2009 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,807 mi
Last recorded111,807 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX59 PCF
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2024 111,807 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

clutch anti-slip provision missing

Pass 8 Nov 2023 101,394 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 101,394 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 89,248 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 84,663 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2021 84,662 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 81,726 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 78,293 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play bothsides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 66,985 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 54,305 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 54,264 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 48,818 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 43,819 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 40,127 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 34,979 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 34,979 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 23,562 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 23,562 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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YX59 PCF is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YX59 PCF, 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 YX59 PCF registered?

YX59 PCF is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 27 October 2009.

Is YX59 PCF safe to buy?

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