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DF12 FCL

2012 Citroen DS5

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,690 mi
Last recorded79,690 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen DS575,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 FCL
MakeCitroen
ModelDS5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2026 79,690 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt no retaining clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt retaining clip insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

No outstanding recall

Underbody & suspension components corroded

Undertrays, side skirts & covers

Pass 10 Jul 2025 78,008 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 77,976 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip insecure allowing boot to move and grease to l eak (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Top mount has separated, causing excess wear, clicking and catching on spring when turning (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No beam pattern. Incorrectly fitted bulb (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 75,395 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 71,889 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 69,880 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 69,880 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2021 67,697 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 67,697 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cv clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 65,013 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 62,258 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 58,899 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 53,756 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 51,166 miles

both rear tyres un-even tread wear on inside edges

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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DF12 FCL is a 2012 Citroen DS5 in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF12 FCL, 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.

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What year was DF12 FCL registered?

DF12 FCL is a 2012 Citroen DS5, first registered on 4 July 2012.

Is DF12 FCL safe to buy?

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