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AV12 MUU

2012 Citroen DS5

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

127,895 mi
Last recorded127,895 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen DS575,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 MUU
MakeCitroen
ModelDS5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 127,895 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 121,081 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 May 2023 115,561 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge across the tread both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 108,101 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside bonnet & quarter glass trim missing

Fail 28 Feb 2022 108,192 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside bonnet & quarter glass trim missing

Pass 1 Mar 2021 98,638 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 91,347 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 84,748 miles

steering column top end has float

Fail 13 Feb 2019 84,748 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

steering column top end has float

Pass 23 Feb 2018 78,326 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 78,326 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 63,387 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 45,893 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 24,595 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

How Reliable is the Citroen DS5?

Based on 61,361 MOT tests across 5,141 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
7,217
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
5,141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 640
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 407
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AV12 MUU is a 2012 Citroen DS5 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Citroen DS5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 75,701 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen DS5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 640 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV12 MUU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen DS5 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Citroen DS5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV12 MUU registered?

AV12 MUU is a 2012 Citroen DS5, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is AV12 MUU safe to buy?

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