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HV62 LKX

2012 Citroen DS5

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

151,515 mi
Last recorded151,515 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Citroen DS575,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV62 LKX
MakeCitroen
ModelDS5
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 151,515 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Oct 2023 151,515 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 139,426 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2022 139,426 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2021 128,647 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Sep 2021 128,561 miles

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Oct 2020 116,082 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 104,561 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Oct 2019 104,561 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 90,164 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 90,164 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Coolant leak ()

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 70,857 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 12 Oct 2017 70,857 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 48,733 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 48,732 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect and dim (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 32,408 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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HV62 LKX is a 2012 Citroen DS5 in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 HV62 LKX, 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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HV62 LKX is a 2012 Citroen DS5, first registered on 10 October 2012.

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