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WU63 EWS

2013 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

105,453 mi
Last recorded105,453 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Citroen C569,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU63 EWS
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 105,453 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))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 93,815 miles

front tyres on 3mm

Fail 27 Nov 2024

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front tyres on 3mm

Pass 2 Nov 2023 82,300 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 74,657 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2022 74,516 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 68,972 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 17 Aug 2021 68,970 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Aug 2020 67,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Stepped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Aug 2020 67,238 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Stepped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 12 Aug 2020 67,173 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 53,992 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 45,246 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 36,194 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Nov 2016 35,802 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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WU63 EWS is a 2013 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WU63 EWS, 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 WU63 EWS registered?

WU63 EWS is a 2013 Citroen C5, first registered on 2 September 2013.

Is WU63 EWS safe to buy?

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