2009 Citroen C2 1.4L Diesel · HN59 PNE
2009 Citroen C2 (1.4L, diesel). First registered 30 Dec 2009. Recorded mileage 114,619 miles. MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C2
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Aug 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,619 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HN59 PNE Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/08/2022
- 114,619 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (25 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HN59 PNE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Citroen C2 (HN59 PNE) between January 2013 and August 2022.
The record contains 10 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 10 August 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (25 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 49 advisory notices are 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: “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))”.
HN59 PNE Mileage History
- 31/01/201325,812 mi
- 24/04/201429,997 mi+4,185 mi
- 24/04/201429,997 mi
- 04/08/201533,036 mi+3,039 mi
- 06/08/201533,049 mi+13 mi
- 13/08/201645,938 mi+12,889 mi
- 13/08/201645,938 mi
- 11/08/201757,424 mi+11,486 mi
- 27/07/201871,615 mi+14,191 mi
- 07/08/201983,879 mi+12,264 mi
- 07/08/201983,879 mi
- 11/08/202094,666 mi+10,787 mi
- 13/08/202094,753 mi+87 mi
- 07/08/2021104,295 mi+9,542 mi
- 07/08/2021104,295 mi
- 10/08/2022114,619 mi+10,324 mi
- 10/08/2022114,619 mi
Average of roughly 9,327 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën C2
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Common Problems: CITROEN C2
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- SensoDrive automated gearbox actuator failure and shift refusal(Serious)
The automated manual SensoDrive gearbox fitted to 1.4 and 1.6 VTR models suffers from electronic clutch actuator motor fatigue, sensor degradation and software lockouts. The gearbox hesitates, changes gear abruptly, refuses to engage reverse, or locks the car in neutral with a flashing snowflake symbol on the dashboard.
- Front suspension coil spring snapping(Serious)
Shared with the C3 Mk1 on the PF1 platform, the front coil springs are highly vulnerable to corrosion from UK road salt and fatigue from speed cushions. The lower coil fractures suddenly, creating a severe knocking sound and risking tyre puncture if the sharp broken coil makes contact with the tyre carcass.
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- SensoDrive automated gearbox actuator failure and shift refusalSerious
The automated manual SensoDrive gearbox fitted to 1.4 and 1.6 VTR models suffers from electronic clutch actuator motor fatigue, sensor degradation and software lockouts. The gearbox hesitates, changes gear abruptly, refuses to engage reverse, or locks the car in neutral with a flashing snowflake symbol on the dashboard.
- Front suspension coil spring snappingSerious
Shared with the C3 Mk1 on the PF1 platform, the front coil springs are highly vulnerable to corrosion from UK road salt and fatigue from speed cushions. The lower coil fractures suddenly, creating a severe knocking sound and risking tyre puncture if the sharp broken coil makes contact with the tyre carcass.
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