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FV12 EJY

2012 Citroen DS5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,981 mi
Last recorded79,981 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 2012 Citroen DS575,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 EJY
MakeCitroen
ModelDS5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 79,981 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 77,227 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 72,349 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 61,786 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 48,465 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 37,650 miles

front pads thickness of backing plate

Fail 14 Mar 2016 37,650 miles

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front pads thickness of backing plate

Pass 25 Mar 2015 26,473 miles

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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FV12 EJY is a 2012 Citroen DS5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FV12 EJY, 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 FV12 EJY registered?

FV12 EJY is a 2012 Citroen DS5, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is FV12 EJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 EJY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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