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DF13 ETE

2013 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

165,644 mi
Last recorded165,644 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2013 Citroen C569,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF13 ETE
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 165,644 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear trailing arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 159,711 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 144,410 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 130,119 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 117,264 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 99,647 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 72,384 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 72,500 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 72,384 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 49,460 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 49,000 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 34,537 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 10,345 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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DF13 ETE is a 2013 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DF13 ETE, 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 DF13 ETE registered?

DF13 ETE is a 2013 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 June 2013.

Is DF13 ETE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF13 ETE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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