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BG13 XLT

2013 Citroen C5

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,488 mi
Last recorded93,488 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C569,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG13 XLT
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 93,488 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 91,761 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 91,756 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 90,526 miles

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

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

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 88,846 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 10 Dec 2021 87,184 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 85,570 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides void of tread on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 82,549 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Jun 2018 79,163 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2017 76,169 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 71,177 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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BG13 XLT is a 2013 Citroen C5 in White 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 BG13 XLT, 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 BG13 XLT registered?

BG13 XLT is a 2013 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 June 2013.

Is BG13 XLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG13 XLT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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