2020 Citroen C5 1.5L Diesel · KV70 AOM

A mixed mechanical trajectory characterizes this Citroen C5, highlighted by a failure for lighting defects alongside a severely deteriorated CV boot and low brake fluid in mid-2025 before achieving a clean pass on its most recent test on 9 June 2026. While the inspection history features entirely clean certificates in 2024 and the latest 2026 test, the preceding 2025 examination demonstrates that significant items can develop between tests. The progression shows a vehicle that required rectification of lighting components and attention to friction surfaces, moving from targeted component degradation to a subsequent clear pass, which indicates that previous faults have been addressed but necessitates careful physical verification during an inspection. With 54,166 miles recorded by June 2026 at roughly six years of age, the vehicle has averaged approximately 9,000 miles per annum, representing entirely typical usage for a modern mid-size diesel or petrol cruiser. This balanced annual mileage accumulation avoids the extremes of heavy fleet usage or prolonged periods of standing, meaning drivetrain, steering, and suspension assemblies have been subjected to consistent operational cycles rather than the accelerated wear typical of high-mileage examples or the rubber degradation sometimes found in dormant cars. Given the specific history of a severely deteriorated offside front outer constant velocity boot noted in 2025, a prospective buyer must physically inspect the front drive shaft joints on a full lock for any visible grease expulsion, and listen closely for clicking or popping noises emanating from the front corners while executing tight low-speed turns on a test drive. Furthermore, the 2025 test flagged brake pads wearing thin on both sides and brake fluid at the minimum mark, meaning a thorough check of the physical brake disc faces, pad friction material depth, and current fluid levels is essential to confirm whether these consumables were adequately replaced or simply monitored. The rear tyre damage advisory recorded in September 2023, while historical, underscores the need to carefully examine the inner and outer sidewalls of all currently fitted tyres for cracking, bulges, or embedded objects. During the road test, pay attention to any vibration through the steering wheel or brake pedal judder under application, which would indicate warped brake discs or unbalanced wheels, and ensure all interior and exterior electrical functions, particularly the headlamp dipped beams and registration plate lamps that previously triggered an MOT failure, operate correctly before finalizing a purchase.