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V5 RCH

2026 Citroen DS5

Black Hybrid electric (clean)
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,203 mi
Last recorded79,203 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV5 RCH
MakeCitroen
ModelDS5
Year2026
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 79,203 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 74,565 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 69,820 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2023 69,818 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 65,455 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 60,113 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 50,461 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 42,638 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 36,877 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 36,877 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 32,550 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 32,550 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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V5 RCH is a 2026 Citroen DS5 in Black. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V5 RCH, 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 0 years old, this Citroen DS5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V5 RCH registered?

V5 RCH is a 2026 Citroen DS5, first registered on 8 May 2026.

Is V5 RCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V5 RCH shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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