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BD13 CWJ

2013 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

103,347 mi
Last recorded103,347 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen C569,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD13 CWJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 103,347 miles

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 94,579 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 86,462 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 79,859 miles

Front Lower TREY LOOSE

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 74,052 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2021 68,032 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 60,903 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 53,401 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 48,010 miles

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

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 4 May 2017 48,010 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 16 May 2016 39,280 miles

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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BD13 CWJ is a 2013 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 69,574 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BD13 CWJ, 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 13 years old, this Citroen C5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD13 CWJ registered?

BD13 CWJ is a 2013 Citroen C5, first registered on 11 June 2013.

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