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AF09 ULW

2009 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

138,338 mi
Last recorded138,338 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2020
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 ULW
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2020 138,338 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides limited damping (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2020 138,337 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides limited damping (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 10 May 2019 128,108 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 119,478 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 108,585 miles

Fluid residue at NSF and OSF suspension struts.

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit NSF and OSF (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Jul 2017 108,585 miles

Fluid residue at NSF and OSF suspension struts.

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit NSF and OSF (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 97,412 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

engine covers and under trays.

Pass 9 Jul 2015 87,790 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 78,585 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jun 2014 78,585 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2013 68,695 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2013 68,695 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 22 Jun 2012 59,111 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 59,111 miles

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

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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AF09 ULW is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 AF09 ULW, 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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AF09 ULW is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 13 July 2009.

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