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HN62 SZC

2012 Citroen DS5

White Electric diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

273,585 mi
Last recorded273,585 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen DS575,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN62 SZC
MakeCitroen
ModelDS5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeElectric diesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 273,585 miles

engine oil leaks

Pass 5 Dec 2024 165,990 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 160,653 miles

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

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2023 160,641 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 156,173 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2022 156,173 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 147,364 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 139,266 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 119,225 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 100,713 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 100,713 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 79,371 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 59,514 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 59,512 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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HN62 SZC is a 2012 Citroen DS5 in White with a 1,997cc electric 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 HN62 SZC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HN62 SZC registered?

HN62 SZC is a 2012 Citroen DS5, first registered on 19 December 2012.

Is HN62 SZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN62 SZC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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