2009 Citroen C5 1.6L Diesel · BK09 RGY
2009 Citroen C5 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2009. Recorded mileage 93,964 miles. MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C5
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,964 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BK09 RGY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/08/2026
- 93,964 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BK09 RGY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Citroen C5 (BK09 RGY) between October 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))”; “Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
BK09 RGY Mileage History
- 07/10/202277,991 mi
- 07/10/202277,991 mi
- 13/03/202489,621 mi+11,630 mi
- 08/06/202590,684 mi+1,063 mi
- 26/08/202693,964 mi+3,280 mi
Average of roughly 4,112 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën C5 (Mk2, X7)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Leaking Front Suspension Struts (Hydractive)Serious
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- Steering Rack Pinion CorrosionSerious
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- Independent Wiper Motor FailureModerate
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