2011 Citroen C5 2.0L Diesel · PE11 BWP
2011 Citroen C5 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 13 Jul 2011. Recorded mileage 129,690 miles. MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C5
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,690 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PE11 BWP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/08/2025
- 129,690 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PE11 BWP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Citroen C5 (PE11 BWP) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
PE11 BWP Mileage History
- 27/08/2022107,589 mi
- 02/09/2022107,590 mi+1 mi
- 11/08/2023114,458 mi+6,868 mi
- 12/08/2024123,455 mi+8,997 mi
- 20/08/2025129,690 mi+6,235 mi
Average of roughly 7,412 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën C5 (Mk2, X7)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Leaking Front Suspension Struts (Hydractive)Serious
The front struts on Hydractive models are prone to weeping oil. They are non-repairable and must be replaced to pass an MOT.
- Steering Rack Pinion CorrosionSerious
The steering rack pinion tend to rust, leading to seal failure and significant fluid leaks. New replacements are scarce in the UK.
- Independent Wiper Motor FailureModerate
The C5 uses two independent wiper motors. If one fails, the wipers can collide, potentially cracking the windscreen.
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