2012 Citroen DS5 2.0L Diesel · J1 REV

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on 14 January 2026 at 117,982 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable and improving following a period of retest failures. While the car showed vulnerabilities in previous years, the transition to clean-pass results in the two most recent tests suggests that the owner is proactively addressing mechanical issues to ensure the vehicle meets safety and emissions standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. Between January 2024 and January 2025, the car covered 4,729 miles, followed by an additional 3,177 miles between the January 2025 and January 2026 tests. This indicates regular but low-intensity use which is generally beneficial for rubber components and seals as it prevents seizing, though it does not exempt the vehicle from age-related degradation of consumables. A buyer should focus on the specific causes of the failures in January 2024 and 2025, as the record does not list the specific reasons for those declines. Given the age of the DS5, a physical inspection must prioritise the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, as these are common points of failure on this model. Additionally examine the brake discs for excessive thinning or binding calipers and check the structural integrity of the undercarriage for corrosion to ensure that no hidden rust is developing despite the recent clean MOT results.