2019 Citroen C5 2.0L Diesel · RF19 VKL

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 19 May 2026 at 96,141 miles, but the test recorded several advisories. The suspension arm bushes on both front and rear lower arms show wear, and the inner rear bush is beginning to crack. The registration plate lamp on the offside rear is inoperative, and the plate itself is deteriorated. These items indicate the car remains roadworthy but the suspension condition is trending towards deterioration rather than improvement. Mileage accumulation has been steady at roughly 13,700 miles per year over seven model years. The log shows 33,688 miles in April 2022, rising to 52,854 miles by April 2023 (+19,166 miles), then to 71,758 miles in April 2024 (+18,904 miles), 84,735 miles in April 2025 (+12,977 miles) and finally 96,141 miles in May 2026 (+11,406 miles). The annual mileage gain has slowed in the last two years, suggesting reduced usage or more careful driving. MOT intervals have been roughly annual, with the most recent test falling just two months before the current date, confirming the record is current. Recurring faults centre on the suspension and lighting systems. The front and rear lower suspension arm pins and bushes have been flagged at every test since 2023, with the inner rear bush now showing early cracking. Brake pad wear was noted in 2022, but no recent brake defects appear. The registration plate lamp failure reappears in 2023 and again in 2026, while the plate itself is noted as weathered. Tyre condition has deteriorated, with inner tread wear close to the legal limit in 2024 and a cut reported in 2025. The under‑trays were fitted at the 2026 test, indicating a remedial addition. A prospective buyer should inspect the suspension bushes for excessive play or cracking, check the brake pads for even wear and listen for caliper binding, verify the registration plate lamp operation and plate legibility, examine headlamp aim and washer fluid level, and assess tyre tread depth and sidewall condition. Visual inspection of the under‑trays and any corrosion on the chassis will reveal whether the remedial fitting has been properly maintained. Any unusual noises, pulls or vibrations during a slow road test should be documented before purchase.