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YY09 GDA

2009 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

120,713 mi
Last recorded120,713 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY09 GDA
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 120,713 miles

Nearside Front outer edge of tyre starting to bald

Rear 16 pin tow bar socket has a 7 pin adaptor can not test

Pass 29 Apr 2016 114,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit no tread outside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit no tread outside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2016 113,971 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit no tread outside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit no tread outside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 93,337 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Feb 2015 93,269 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 83,497 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 72,512 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 72,512 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2012 71,809 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 May 2012 71,809 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Sill covers fitted

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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YY09 GDA is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YY09 GDA, 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 YY09 GDA registered?

YY09 GDA is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 22 May 2009.

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