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LB13 VFG

2013 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,817 mi
Last recorded105,817 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C569,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB13 VFG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 105,817 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both n/s and o/s perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 97,905 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 97,893 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 94,455 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 89,792 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 86,534 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 83,470 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 79,485 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 73,441 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 67,449 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 67,442 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 60,047 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 VFG is a 2013 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VFG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB13 VFG registered?

LB13 VFG is a 2013 Citroen C5, first registered on 14 August 2013.

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