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LB13 HBE

2013 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,929 mi
Last recorded100,929 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C569,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB13 HBE
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 100,929 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 100,929 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 92,489 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 3 Feb 2024 92,476 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively incorrect operation of wiper arms not wiping windscreen correctly/out of synch (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white light (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1mm/1.6mm edges,2mm centre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 90,409 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 87,734 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 80,990 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2020 65,115 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 64,553 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 64,553 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 61,314 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 61,314 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 58,099 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 58,099 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 49,412 miles

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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LB13 HBE is a 2013 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 69,574 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 LB13 HBE, 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 13 years old, this Citroen C5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LB13 HBE registered?

LB13 HBE is a 2013 Citroen C5, first registered on 12 August 2013.

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