Common Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Bluehdi S/S Problems, Faults, and Repair Costs
Typical MOT issues to check on the Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Bluehdi S/S, with rough repair costs, and its MOT pass rate for each model year. Based on 709 MOT tests across 1 model year (DVSA data for tests carried out in 2024, retests included).
Segment: small family car | Fuel: Diesel
91%
Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Bluehdi S/S pass rate
79%
Citroen average
82%
All-model average
The Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Bluehdi S/S has an average MOT pass rate of 91%, which is 12 points above the Citroen average and 9 points above the average across all models in our data.
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Common MOT Issues to Check on the Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Bluehdi S/S
Typical issues for a car of this age and type, estimated from its age, fuel type and engine size (not counted from its MOT records), with rough repair costs
Brakes
Moderate likelihood£80 - £450
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Brake discs worn, brake pads thin, handbrake adjustment needed
Failure points:
Brake disc excessively worn, brake pipe corroded, brake efficiency below minimum
Lights
Moderate likelihood£15 - £200
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Headlamp aim slightly out, lens deteriorated
Failure points:
Headlamp not working, brake light not functioning, indicator failure
Tyres
Moderate likelihood£50 - £300
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Tyre approaching legal limit, slight damage to sidewall
Failure points:
Tyre below minimum tread depth, tyre has a cut exposing ply
Exhaust & Emissions
Moderate likelihood£80 - £800
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Exhaust mounting corroded, slight exhaust leak
Failure points:
Exhaust emissions exceed limits, catalytic converter efficiency low, DPF warning
Suspension
Lower likelihood£150 - £600
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Suspension arm bush worn, shock absorber misting, spring corroded
Failure points:
Coil spring broken, ball joint excessive play, shock absorber leaking
Steering
Lower likelihood£100 - £500
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Track rod end has slight play, steering rack boot deteriorated
Failure points:
Steering rack leaking, track rod ball joint worn beyond limits
Body & Structure
Lower likelihood£200 - £1200
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Surface corrosion on subframe, slight body panel damage
Failure points:
Structural corrosion, body mounting corroded through, chassis weakness
Windscreen & Wipers
Lower likelihood£10 - £350
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Minor windscreen chip, wiper blade deteriorated
Failure points:
Windscreen crack in swept area, wiper does not clear windscreen
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What are the most common Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Bluehdi S/S problems?
Most of the Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Bluehdi S/S cars in our data are fairly new, so no issue stands out; the list on this page shows the usual things to check on cars like this, with rough repair costs. Across 709 MOT tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included), 91% ended in a pass.
Is the Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Bluehdi S/S reliable?
The Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Bluehdi S/S has an average MOT pass rate of 91%, from 709 MOT tests. That is 9 points above the average across all models in our data (82%), a better than average result. Pass rates fall as cars age, so compare it with cars of a similar age.
How much does it cost to fix common Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Bluehdi S/S faults?
As a rough guide, brake work on a Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Bluehdi S/S typically costs £80-£450 and suspension repairs £150-£600, while exhaust and emissions fixes can cost £80-£800. Lighting and wiper fixes are usually under £200.
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