2014 Citroen DS5 2.0L Electric diesel · LS14 NOF

The most recent MOT test on this 2014 Citroen DS5 took place on 10 February 2026 and resulted in a pass, with only a minor advisory recorded for a nearside front windscreen chip that does not adversely affect the driver's view. The advisory is consistent with the 2025 pass, where a similar nearside windscreen damage was also flagged, suggesting the chip has either persisted or recurred in the same location, but it carries no mechanical significance and can be monitored or repaired at modest cost. Reviewing the broader history, the trend shows a notable improvement: the two most recent tests have been clean passes, whereas the 2022 to 2023 period included two failures, one of which contained dangerous defects. While the more recent outcomes are reassuring, the volume and severity of earlier advisories and failures means a prospective buyer should not assume the vehicle is without concerns, and a thorough physical inspection remains essential. The recorded mileage of 135,487 miles against the vehicle's 12-year age equates to an average of around 11,291 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a car of this vintage and points to steady, regular use rather than long periods of standing or excessive motorway accumulation. The MOT records do not show any obvious mileage gaps that would suggest extended inactivity, although the consistent pattern of tyre wear advisories across multiple years indicates the vehicle is in active service. Regular annual mileage of this nature tends to keep mechanical consumables working as intended, reducing the risk of seizing components, but it does mean that wear-related items such as suspension, braking hardware, tyres, and drivetrain components have accumulated significant use and may now be approaching renewal intervals. Looking at the detailed advisory and failure history, several recurring themes warrant close attention during a pre-purchase inspection. The fractured nearside front coil spring recorded as a major failure in December 2023 is a serious structural suspension defect, and while it should have been rectified for the subsequent pass, the opposite front spring should be inspected for fatigue, and the suspension bushes, top mounts, and struts should be checked for wear. Listen for clonking noises over speed humps or uneven road surfaces, and watch for uneven tyre wear patterns which can indicate suspension misalignment. The drive shaft CV boot failure on the same test is equally important, as a split boot allows grease loss and ingress of dirt, leading to premature joint failure; on a test drive, listen for clicking or knocking noises when turning at low speed, particularly full lock. The brake disc pitting and scoring advisories spanning 2020 to 2023 suggest persistent low-speed or light-use corrosion, and while not seriously weakened at the time, at this mileage the discs may now be close to or beyond their minimum thickness and the calipers may be binding; feel for brake shudder through the pedal or steering wheel under firm braking. The recurring nearside front tyre wear advisories, combined with the dangerous tread depth failure on the nearside rear in 2022, indicate that this vehicle may suffer from tracking misalignment or uneven suspension geometry, so all four tyres should be inspected for inner and outer shoulder wear, and a four-wheel alignment check is advisable. Beyond the recorded defects, age and mileage appropriate checks should be carried out before purchase. Tyres should be examined not only for tread depth but for sidewall perishing and cracking, which is common on a 12-year-old vehicle regardless of mileage. Given the brake disc corrosion history, the caliper slide pins and handbrake mechanism should be tested for free operation, as seized calipers are a frequent cause of uneven braking and premature pad wear. The 12-volt battery should be load tested, as batteries beyond five years often struggle in cold weather. Fluid services including engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and automatic transmission fluid if applicable should be verified by service history stamps, as brake fluid is hygroscopic and degrades over time irrespective of mileage, typically requiring renewal every two to three years. Finally, the rear bumper mounting corrosion first noted in 2023 and the persistent bumper damage advisories should be physically inspected to ensure the mountings have not deteriorated further, and the bodywork generally should be examined for age-related corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and suspension mounting points, which can affect structural integrity on a vehicle of this age and mileage.