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FD73 MLV

2023 Citroen C5 X Shine + PHEV Auto

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,944 mi
Last recorded30,944 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2023 Citroen C5 X Shine + PHEV Auto21,795 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD73 MLV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5 X Shine + PHEV Auto
Year2023
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 30,944 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2026 30,942 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Citroen C5 X Shine + PHEV Auto?

Based on 358 MOT tests across 300 vehicles.

91.6%
Pass Rate
300
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 1
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FD73 MLV is a 2023 Citroen C5 X Shine + PHEV Auto in Black with a 1,598cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2023 Citroen C5 X Shine + PHEV Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 21,795 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 C5 X Shine + PHEV Auto fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD73 MLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was FD73 MLV registered?

FD73 MLV is a 2023 Citroen C5 X Shine + PHEV Auto, first registered on 30 November 2023.

Is FD73 MLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD73 MLV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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