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LC12 MSO

2012 Citroen DS5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,145 mi
Last recorded59,145 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen DS575,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 MSO
MakeCitroen
ModelDS5
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 59,145 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 54,373 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 54,369 miles

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column such that there is a serious risk of detachment (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2024 46,787 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 28,675 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 26,328 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 23,797 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 21,762 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 20,092 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 14,523 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 11,592 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 8,188 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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LC12 MSO is a 2012 Citroen DS5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LC12 MSO, 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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What year was LC12 MSO registered?

LC12 MSO is a 2012 Citroen DS5, first registered on 28 April 2012.

Is LC12 MSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC12 MSO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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