2013 Citroen DS5 2.0L Diesel · BT13 EWA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on August 18, 2025 at 94,566 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a significant mechanical failure just two days prior to that pass. The tester flagged a failure at 94,562 miles due to a seriously weakened rear brake disc, but the immediate rectification suggests the owner is responsive to safety-critical defects and maintains the vehicle to legal standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle used for low-intensity commuting, averaging approximately 7,274 miles per year. Between December 2022 and August 2025, the car covered 22,616 miles, showing a regular usage profile. The gap of 3,464 miles between the December 2023 and August 2024 tests indicates a slight dip in usage, but the overall accumulation for a thirteen-year-old Citroen remains within the expected parameters for rubber components and age-related hardware. A buyer should pay close attention to the braking system and suspension during physical inspection. The 2023 advisory at 80,708 miles noted a nearside front tyre worn on the edge, which often points to alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. Given the recent 2025 failure of the rear brake disc, verify that the brake calipers are not binding and that the remaining discs show even wear patterns. Because the vehicle is of this age, checking the chassis for structural corrosion on the subframes is essential to ensure the low mileage has not masked underlying degradation.