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YB12 DDK

2012 Citroen DS5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,437 mi
Last recorded81,437 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen DS575,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 DDK
MakeCitroen
ModelDS5
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 81,437 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight lip on inner (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 74,815 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 70,292 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords several cuts on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 16 May 2024 70,292 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high possibly due to leveling device on anti roll bar (Adjustable)| (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords several cuts on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 66,414 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 62,639 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 58,994 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 53,264 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 49,451 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Passenger door damaged

Fail 13 Nov 2019 49,451 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Passenger door damaged

Pass 6 Jun 2018 38,718 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 32,742 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 24,378 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 18,892 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YB12 DDK is a 2012 Citroen DS5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YB12 DDK, 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 YB12 DDK registered?

YB12 DDK is a 2012 Citroen DS5, first registered on 20 June 2012.

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