Citroen C5 Vtr+ Nav HDI (2009)
2009 Citroen C5 Vtr+ Nav HDI
CarHunch analysed 150 real MOT records for the 2009 Citroen C5 Vtr+ Nav HDI. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2009 Citroën C5 VTR+ Nav HDI is a serious reliability concern, with only 31.3% passing MOT first time against the UK average of 80%—nearly three times worse. The diesel engine variant, which makes up 148 of the 150 vehicles tested, passes at 30.7%, so fuel type isn't the problem here; the model itself struggles badly.
At 128,000 miles median mileage, these cars have done typical distance for their age, yet they're averaging 0.55 failures per vehicle, suggesting inherent mechanical weaknesses rather than just wear-and-tear issues. If you're considering one, budget for immediate remedial work and expect ongoing repair costs; factor in a pre-purchase inspection by a diesel specialist, specifically targeting the common failure points on this generation's engine and transmission.
What to check before buying a 2009 Citroen C5 Vtr+ Nav HDI
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 148 | 30.7% | 0.54 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 2 | 81.8% | 1.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Citroen C5 Vtr+ Nav HDI vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2009 Citroen C5 Vtr+ Nav HDI vehicles fall between 99,985 and 150,061 miles.
2009 Citroen C5 Vtr+ Nav HDI — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 16 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (29% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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