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YR62 VXT

2012 Citroen DS5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,095 mi
Last recorded71,095 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 2012 Citroen DS575,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR62 VXT
MakeCitroen
ModelDS5
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 71,095 miles

Front both headlights have an imprint adhesive of where a beam kicker was fitted for abroad driving . Pattern now ok

Fail 10 Apr 2017 71,095 miles

Front both headlights have an imprint adhesive of where a beam kicker was fitted for abroad driving . Pattern now ok

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 65,929 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 48,553 miles

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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YR62 VXT is a 2012 Citroen DS5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YR62 VXT, 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 YR62 VXT registered?

YR62 VXT is a 2012 Citroen DS5, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is YR62 VXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR62 VXT shows 4 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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