Citroen C5 MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

13.0%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old Citroen C5 vehicles
Based on 14,917 MOT tests
15.0pp below the UK average (28%)

Citroen C5 shows good reliability at this age, with a 13.0% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old Citroen C5 are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 1.7%
Lamps & Electrics 0.8%
Brakes 0.7%
Visibility 0.7%
Body & Chassis 0.2%
Suspension 0.1%
Steering 0.0%

How Does This Compare?

Citroen C5 MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 13.0% 14,917 Tyres
3-5 years 14.7% 31,297 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 30.3% 6,241 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 43.0% 26,684 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 45.0% 10,693 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old Citroen C5 reliable?

Yes. Based on 14,917 MOT tests, 0-2-year-old Citroen C5 vehicles have a 13.0% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old Citroen C5?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 1.7% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 0.8% failure risk
  • Brakes — 0.7% failure risk

How can I prepare my Citroen C5 for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old Citroen C5, focus on: (1) Tyres — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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