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2020 Citroen C5 1.5L Diesel · FP20 AAE

FP20 AAE

2020 Citroen C5 (1.5L, diesel). First registered 31 Jul 2020. Recorded mileage 43,583 miles. MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
CITROEN C5
Year / Origin
2020 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 14 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
43,583 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 14 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2020
Engine
1499cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2020 Citroen C5 presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 9 June 2025 at 32,072 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken run of clean results across three consecutive annual examinations. Annual mileage sits well below typical expectations for a six-year-old vehicle. The record shows 12,923 miles at the 16 June 2023 test, rising to 19,906 miles by 14 June 2024, then 32,072 miles at the June 2025 test. That equates to roughly 5,345 miles per year. The stepped increases of about 7,000 and 12,000 miles between tests show light but consistent use rather than long dormant periods. No advisories appeared at any stage, so the sparse history offers no warning signs of deferred consumable replacement. A clean MOT sheet with zero advisories means the buyer faces no flagged mechanical or structural risks from the official record. The tester noted no corrosion, suspension bush wear, brake disc scoring, or exhaust emission faults across the lifespan. Low mileage and three straight passes suggest the previous keeper kept basic upkeep current. In person, the buyer should still confirm tyre sidewall condition and brake disc surface given the car's age, and check underneath for early structural rust that a visual MOT may miss on a light-use vehicle. Verify service history to support the low-mileage claim, as the MOT alone proves only annual test compliance, not interim maintenance.
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FP20 AAE Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/05/2026
  • 43,583 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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FP20 AAE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 10:44
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Citroen C5 (FP20 AAE) between June 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

FP20 AAE Mileage History

  1. 16/06/202312,923 mi
  2. 14/06/202419,906 mi+6,983 mi
  3. 09/06/202532,072 mi+12,166 mi
  4. 18/05/202643,583 mi+11,511 mi

Average of roughly 10,497 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Euro 6 AM
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
87
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION

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