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SP12 TWU

2012 Citroen DS5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,098 mi
Last recorded95,098 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2012 Citroen DS575,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 TWU
MakeCitroen
ModelDS5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 95,098 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 27 Mar 2018 95,098 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235-45-18 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 76,452 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 54,946 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 40,892 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2015 40,892 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SP12 TWU is a 2012 Citroen DS5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SP12 TWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP12 TWU registered?

SP12 TWU is a 2012 Citroen DS5, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is SP12 TWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP12 TWU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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