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FV21 DZM

2021 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

56,242 mi
Last recorded56,242 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2021 Citroen C529,613 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV21 DZM
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 56,242 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 49,777 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2025 49,777 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2024 38,674 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 38,674 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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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FV21 DZM is a 2021 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2021 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 29,613 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42,736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV21 DZM, 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 5 years old, this Citroen C5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV21 DZM?

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What year was FV21 DZM registered?

FV21 DZM is a 2021 Citroen C5, first registered on 10 May 2021.

Is FV21 DZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV21 DZM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV21 DZM have outstanding finance?

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