2021 Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Phev Auto 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · YG21 POB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in June 2025 at 131,148 miles resulted in a pass, suggesting that the mechanical failures identified in the previous year were addressed. However, the recurring advisory for a deteriorated front registration plate across multiple tests shows a lack of attention to minor non-safety-related presentation items until they reached the threshold of a formal advisory. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging over 26,000 miles per annum. Between July 2024 and June 2025, the car covered 31,853 miles in just eleven months. This rapid accumulation suggests heavy motorway or commercial use, which typically places significant stress on the plug-hybrid drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system. The high frequency of use means that consumables reach their end of life much faster than on average-use vehicles. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the braking system and the hybrid electronics. The July 2024 failure flagged thin rear brake linings and worn discs, and while these were replaced, the high mileage increases the likelihood of premature wear on the calipers or binding issues. More critically, the inoperative malfunction indication lamp (MIL) recorded in 2024 indicates past electrical faults; a buyer should demand a diagnostic scan to ensure no hidden fault codes remain in the hybrid management system or engine control. One should also inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, as the high mileage often accelerates the degradation of rubber components.