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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Citroen DS5. Check any DS5 by registration number below.

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70.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-14.1%

vs Citroen Avg

5

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Citroen DS5 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Citroen DS5 has an average MOT pass rate of 70.6%, which is 14.1 percentage points below the Citroen brand average of 84.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your DS5 on the road.

The most common reasons a Citroen DS5 fails its MOT are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your DS5 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 DS5, 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 DS5 performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 971 vehicles

74.7%Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

8.2%

Retest Rate

27.3%

Mileage at 10yr

130k mi

2014

Based on 2,667 vehicles

71.8%Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

7.6%

Retest Rate

28.1%

Mileage at 10yr

142k mi

2013

Based on 4,391 vehicles

65.9%Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

8.1%

Retest Rate

34.5%

Mileage at 10yr

155k mi

2012

Based on 2,729 vehicles

66.3%Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

32.0%

Mileage at 10yr

160k mi

0

Based on 5,778 vehicles

74.3%Average
Citroen average: 84.7%
Mileage at 5yr

92k mi

Top MOT Failures — Citroen DS5

The most common reasons a Citroen DS5 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

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

4.4%
2

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

3.4%
3

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.6%
4

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

2.3%
5

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.3%
Citroen DS5 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

5.7%

Front Nearside

4.5%

Nearside

3.0%

Other Citroen Models

Compare MOT reliability across Citroen models.

Citroen C4

58.7% pass rate

Citroen Berlingo 7

95.0% pass rate

Citroen XM

67.4% pass rate

Citroen C3 Shine + Puretech S/s Auto

96.2% pass rate

Citroen C3 S

93.1% pass rate

Citroen Beringo

96.0% 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 DS5

Citroen DS5 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Citroen DS5 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Citroen DS5?
The average MOT pass rate for the Citroen DS5 is 70.6% compared to the Citroen average of 84.7%. 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 DS5?
The most common MOT failures on the Citroen DS5 are: A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (4.4%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (3.4%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Citroen DS5 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 70.6%, the Citroen DS5 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Citroen DS5?
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 DS5?
Typical mileage for the Citroen DS5: 130,364 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used DS5 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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