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X123 LJS

2010 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

145,062 mi
Last recorded145,062 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 Citroen C586,377 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX123 LJS
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 145,062 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 135,606 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 127,125 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 118,252 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 111,020 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 103,787 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 96,078 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 86,793 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 79,819 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 70,188 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 61,552 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 52,271 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Sep 2014 52,271 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2013 45,837 miles

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

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

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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X123 LJS is a 2010 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2010 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 86,377 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 X123 LJS, 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 16 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 X123 LJS registered?

X123 LJS is a 2010 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 September 2010.

Is X123 LJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X123 LJS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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