We've only got 208 MOT tests for DS 5 models built around 2018 (7 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.
We've only seen a handful of DS 5 models built around 2018 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.
Key figure
Check a car’s number plate to see its own MOT record, or come back when there’s more MOT history.
Before you view it
The DS 5's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.
Ask when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.
Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Inspect the drivetrain carefully and ask the seller for repair history.
Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
By build year
Fail rates have been steady over the last three years. Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.
Find your DS 5's generation
Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.
Not sure which one you're looking at?
Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the DS 5.
See every build year for the DS 5By age
This chart combines every DS 5 ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.
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 9 years old.
All generations of this model
These issues come from 7-year-old DS 5 models, every generation combined.
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
Brake pads wearing thin
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
Drive shaft joint cover split and no longer keeps dirt out
Based on 208 MOT tests on 7-year-old DS 5 models, every generation combined.
All generations of this model
The pairs seen most often when an MOT on 7-year-old DS 5 models notes problems with more than one part of the car.
Both were noted at the same test. That doesn't mean one caused the other.
Across 60 MOT tests on DS 5 cars built around 2018 (7 years old) where more than one part of the car was noted.
Still registered
How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.
Not enough registration data to show this for the DS 5.
The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.
GOV.UK files these recalls under Citroen, the make this model was first sold as.
All 9 DS 5 recalls cover cars built in these years.
Top concerns
For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.
Like-for-like
Same body type, tested at the same age
Lower fail rate: 10.5%, against 18.3% for the DS 5, both built around 2018.
Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.
3,255 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
Same body type, tested at the same age
Lower fail rate: 12.3%, against 18.3% for the DS 5, both built around 2018.
Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.
50,561 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
Same body type, tested at the same age
Lower fail rate: 12.0%, against 18.3% for the DS 5, both built around 2018.
Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.
3,249 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
Same body type, tested at the same age
Lower fail rate: 11.1%, against 18.3% for the DS 5, both built around 2018.
5 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
17,367 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
Common questions
Built around 2018 (7 years old), the DS 5 across all generations combined fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 208 7-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.
