Citroen C5 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Citroen C5. Check any C5 by registration number below.

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75.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.4%

vs Citroen Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Citroen C5 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Citroen C5 has an average MOT pass rate of 75.2%, which is 1.4 percentage points below the Citroen brand average of 76.6%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your C5 on the road.

The most common reasons a Citroen C5 fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your C5 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Citroen C5, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Citroen C5 performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 2,242 vehicles

91.8%Excellent

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

9.4%

Mileage at 3yr

39k mi

2020

Based on 15,015 vehicles

90.6%Excellent

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

8.8%

Mileage at 3yr

38k mi

Mileage at 5yr

56k mi

2019

Based on 17,102 vehicles

88.6%Excellent

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

12.1%

Mileage at 3yr

40k mi

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

2018

Based on 58 vehicles

75.9%Good

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

31.4%

Mileage at 5yr

56k mi

2016

Based on 263 vehicles

83.7%Good

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

16.3%

2015

Based on 461 vehicles

82.4%Good

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

19.4%

Mileage at 10yr

150k mi

2014

Based on 567 vehicles

77.2%Good

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

21.6%

Mileage at 10yr

134k mi

2013

Based on 894 vehicles

73.6%Average

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

25.6%

Mileage at 10yr

144k mi

2012

Based on 963 vehicles

73.0%Average

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

5.7%

Retest Rate

26.8%

Mileage at 10yr

162k mi

2011

Based on 1,491 vehicles

70.4%Average

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

25.5%

2010

Based on 3,172 vehicles

65.1%Average

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

8.5%

Retest Rate

30.0%

2009

Based on 4,832 vehicles

64.3%Below Average

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

28.6%

2008

Based on 3,288 vehicles

63.5%Below Average

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

28.0%

2007

Based on 1,095 vehicles

61.7%Below Average

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

8.9%

Retest Rate

30.5%

2006

Based on 1,223 vehicles

66.2%Average

Citroen average: 76.6%

Dangerous Defects

7.9%

Retest Rate

24.9%

Top MOT Failures — Citroen C5

The most common reasons a Citroen C5 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

5.3%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

4.7%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

3.1%

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.8%

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

2.5%

Citroen C5 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

2.6%

Rear Nearside

2.5%

Front Nearside

2.4%

Other Citroen Models

Compare MOT reliability across Citroen models.

Citroen C4

58.7% pass rate

Citroen Xm

67.4% pass rate

Citroen C3 Shine + PureTech S/S Auto

96.2% pass rate

Citroen Grand C4 Picasso

69.1% pass rate

Citroen C4 Grand Picasso

68.6% pass rate

Citroen Dispatch 1400 En-Prise BlueHDi SS

77.9% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Citroen C5

Citroen C5 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Citroen C5 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Citroen C5?

The average MOT pass rate for the Citroen C5 is 75.2% compared to the Citroen average of 76.6%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Citroen C5?

The most common MOT failures on the Citroen C5 are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (5.3%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (4.7%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (3.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Citroen C5 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 75.2%, the Citroen C5 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Citroen C5?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Citroen C5?

Typical mileage for the Citroen C5: 38,983 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used C5 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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