Citroen C5 X Mk1 (2022-present) reliability
Citroen C5 X Mk1 built around 2022: more fails still not passed 3 days later
Citroen C5 X Mk1 models built around 2022 fail an MOT and still haven’t passed 3 days later more often than similar cars the same age. Look closely at the tyres on any car you view.
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Key figure
2.2% of MOT tests on Citroen C5 X Mk1 models built around 2022 failed and still hadn’t passed 3 days later. For similar cars the same age, it was 1.2%.
Most common issue
The most common MOT issue on Citroen C5 X Mk1 models built around 2022 involves the tyres.
Based on 547 tests of C5 X models registered 2022+.
About 1 in 12 petrol C5 X cars registered in 2022 (7.6%) failed their first MOT.
Based on 419 first MOTs (DVSA MOT results, 2025).
About 1 in 50 C5 X Mk1 MOTs (2.2%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2022 (3 years old), all fuels combined.
Based on 547 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 1.3% and 3.8%. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.
About 1 in 30 C5 X Mk1 MOTs (2.9%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2022 (3 years old).
Based on 547 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 1.8% and 4.7%. Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.
Mk1 fail rate by age
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 3 years old.
How the C5 X Mk1 compares
At each age below, see how the C5 X Mk1 holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.
Based on 43,133 tests across 10 Citroen models, built around 2022 (3 years old).
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.
What to check before viewing
The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.
Brake discs
High priorityAsk for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.
Brake pads
High priorityAsk when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Tyres
Worth checkingCheck tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Vehicle-specific check
Worth checkingCheck the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
Other hatchbacks to compare
Other hatchbacks, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the C5 X Mk1.
- 1
Toyota Aygo X
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 5.9%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.7%
- Dangerous
- 1.8%
Fewer fails still not passed 3 days later: 0.7%, against 2.2% for the Citroen C5 X Mk1.
8,383 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- 2
Volkswagen up!
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 12%
No clear edge over the Citroen C5 X Mk1 on these figures.
Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.
1,102 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- 3
Suzuki Ignis
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 6.2%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.4%
- Dangerous
- 1.1%
Fewer fails still not passed 3 days later: 0.4%, against 2.2% for the Citroen C5 X Mk1.
3,348 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- 4
Suzuki Swift
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 7.3%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.5%
- Dangerous
- 1.6%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 95%
Fewer fails still not passed 3 days later: 0.5%, against 2.2% for the Citroen C5 X Mk1.
6,329 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- Fail rate
- = the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- = the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
- Dangerous
- = the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
- Still registered at 10 years
- = the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.
Recall context
5 recalls in allAll 5 C5 X Mk1 recalls cover cars built in these years.
- 2 Critical
- 3 more
Top concerns
- Citroen fuel pipe
- There is the possibility that the rubber fuel pipe could have potentially been damaged during the crimping process which
- Citroen C5 aircross C5X fuel pipe leakage.
For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.
Most common issues on Citroen C5 X models of this age
This list covers every Citroen C5 X built around 2022, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk1 on its own.
Most common advisories and fails
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
- 119.2%Advisory
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
- 26.8%Advisory
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
- 35.5%Advisory
Brake pads wearing thin
- 43.7%Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
- 52.6%Advisory
Tyre has a cut that does not reach the ply or cords
Based on 547 tests
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Frequently asked questions
Built around 2022 (3 years old), the Citroen C5 X Mk1 (2022-present) fails MOTs slightly less often than typical for this age. This is based on 547 3-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.