2012 Citroen C5 1.6L Diesel · RF12 CYZ
2012 Citroen C5 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 09 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 88,233 miles. MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C5
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,233 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RF12 CYZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/10/2025
- 88,233 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RF12 CYZ 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 2012 Citroen C5 (RF12 CYZ) between November 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 October 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: Tyres (5 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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 Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))”.
RF12 CYZ Mileage History
- 09/11/202247,798 mi
- 09/11/202247,798 mi
- 20/11/202360,997 mi+13,199 mi
- 10/10/202474,181 mi+13,184 mi
- 28/10/202588,233 mi+14,052 mi
Average of roughly 13,623 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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