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KR13 TNJ

2013 Citroen DS5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

137,534 mi
Last recorded137,534 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Citroen DS574,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR13 TNJ
MakeCitroen
ModelDS5
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 137,534 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated minor split in the rubber (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jan 2026 137,534 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction cleared codes and reset (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated minor split in the rubber (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps replaced one bulb lamps have no covers fitted (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 130,423 miles

Nearside Front fog light not working

Fail 9 Dec 2024 130,403 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front fog light not working

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 127,032 miles

Condensation in o/s headlight

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Dec 2023 127,032 miles

Condensation in o/s headlight

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 124,018 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 120,072 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 111,202 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 98,831 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 87,147 miles

Central could not fully inspect the underside of the vehicle due to plastic covers

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2017 72,807 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 72,807 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2016 54,630 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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KR13 TNJ is a 2013 Citroen DS5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Citroen DS5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 74,019 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 KR13 TNJ, 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 13 years old, this Citroen DS5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KR13 TNJ registered?

KR13 TNJ is a 2013 Citroen DS5, first registered on 30 May 2013.

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