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Citroën C5

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 1,997 cc

236 GHNMOT history

236 GHN is a black diesel Citroën C5 first used on 29 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 148,642 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
148,642 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,558 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
236 GHN
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Citroën
Model
C5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

236 GHN was last recorded at 148,642 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,634 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,558 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,642 miles
  • 2024 – 144,542 miles
  • 2023 – 139,718 miles
  • 2022 – 134,220 miles
  • 2021 – 129,343 miles
  • 2020 – 125,778 miles
  • 2019 – 121,689 miles
  • 2018 – 116,188 miles
  • 2017 – 110,933 miles
  • 2016 – 103,752 miles
  • 2015 – 97,839 miles
  • 2014 – 91,687 miles
  • 2013 – 84,486 miles
  • 2012 – 77,264 miles
  • 2011 – 70,677 miles
  • 2010 – 65,203 miles
  • 2009 – 60,799 miles
  • 2008 – 55,160 miles
  • 2007 – 48,672 miles
  • 2006 – 43,297 miles
  • 2005 – 37,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,642 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeavy rust and under seal to under body
  • AdvisorySill covers and repairs

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bottom arm bush cracked/perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 17 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,642 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    148,642 miles
    Test number
    579510096220
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy rust and under seal to under body
    • AdvisorySill covers and repairs
  2. Fail148,634 miles (+4,092)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,634 miles
    Test number
    779594185720
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeavy rusting to under body area and sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear brake calipers rubbing on wheels
  3. Pass144,542 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    144,542 miles
    Test number
    881453352915
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  4. Fail144,542 miles (+4,824)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,542 miles
    Test number
    974863091447
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  5. Pass139,718 miles (+5,498)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    139,718 miles
    Test number
    932464274023
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess pipe very rusty. (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing very rusty. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and offside inner sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing very rusty. (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass134,220 miles (+1)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    134,220 miles
    Test number
    856008097922
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer boot cracked (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bottom arm bush cracked/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides lens slightly faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened strut top mounting corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine intake intercooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear suspension cylinders slight weeping
    • AdvisoryRear both rear suspension spheres corroded
    • AdvisoryRear o/s/r suspension bump stop missing & n/s/r worn
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake backplates missing (corroded away)
  7. Fail134,219 miles (+4,876)4 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,219 miles
    Test number
    581380775554
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorFront Side repeater incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer boot cracked (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bottom arm bush cracked/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened strut top mounting corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine intake intercooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear suspension cylinders slight weeping
    • AdvisoryRear both rear suspension spheres corroded
    • AdvisoryRear o/s/r suspension bump stop missing & n/s/r worn
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake backplates missing (corroded away)
  8. Pass129,343 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    129,343 miles
    Test number
    962565869228
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension levelling valve damaged but not to excess damp (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension levelling valve damaged but not to excess damp (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail129,342 miles (+3,564)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,342 miles
    Test number
    167885171097
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension levelling valve damaged but not to excess damp (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension levelling valve damaged but not to excess damp (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass125,778 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    125,778 miles
    Test number
    233134525569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,777 miles (+4,088)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,777 miles
    Test number
    478633632969
    • MajorNearside Front Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass121,689 miles (+5,501)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,689 miles
    Test number
    356353397424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryVery heavy rust both under sill areas
  13. Pass116,188 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    116,188 miles
    Test number
    560539561525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCond of rear brake back plates
    • AdvisoryHeavy rust both under sill areas
  14. Fail116,181 miles (+5,248)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,181 miles
    Test number
    416178522660
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCond of front pads & discs
    • AdvisoryCond of rear brake back plates
    • AdvisoryHeavy rust both under sill areas
  15. Pass110,933 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    110,933 miles
    Test number
    490434135195
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  16. Fail110,932 miles (+7,180)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,932 miles
    Test number
    279935240425
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  17. Pass103,752 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    103,752 miles
    Test number
    498029811044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail103,748 miles (+5,909)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,748 miles
    Test number
    343378840354
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAction of offside hand brake
    • AdvisoryBearing noise from front transmission
  19. Pass97,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    97,839 miles
    Test number
    493748036446
    • AdvisoryCond of o/s/f h/brake cable
  20. Fail97,839 miles (+6,152)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,839 miles
    Test number
    582888737901
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint bottom ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCond of o/s/f h/brake cable
  21. Pass91,687 miles (+2)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    91,687 miles
    Test number
    469131714370
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Fail91,685 miles (+7,199)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,685 miles
    Test number
    307620914336
    • FailureOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRusting to front and rear brake disc inner faces
  23. Pass84,486 miles (+7,222)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    84,486 miles
    Test number
    229555793294
    • NoteCond of fr anti roll links
    • NoteCond of front brake discs
    • NoteSlight play in o/s rack end
    • NoteSlight play o/s ball joint
  24. Pass77,264 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    77,264 miles
    Test number
    786520602376
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
  25. Fail77,264 miles (+6,587)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,264 miles
    Test number
    877349692285
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  26. Pass70,677 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    70,677 miles
    Test number
    136865201378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  27. Fail70,677 miles (+5,474)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,677 miles
    Test number
    738625801378
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  28. Pass65,203 miles (+4,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    65,203 miles
    Test number
    384099110380
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  29. Pass60,799 miles (+5,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    60,799 miles
    Test number
    701744319367
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  30. Pass55,160 miles (+6,488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    55,160 miles
    Test number
    981238518377
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  31. Pass48,672 miles (+5,375)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    48,672 miles
    Test number
    293603017326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass43,297 miles (+6,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    43,297 miles
    Test number
    851821226344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  33. Pass37,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    37,229 miles
    Test number
    294031325308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail37,229 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,229 miles
    Test number
    430381925463
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Questions about 236 GHN

What vehicle is registration 236 GHN currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 236 GHN on a black diesel Citroën C5 first used on 29 Nov 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 236 GHN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 236 GHN is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 236 GHN?
The MOT on 236 GHN is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 236 GHN done?
236 GHN was recorded at 148,642 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 5,558 miles a year.
Has 236 GHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 236 GHN has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on 236 GHN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 236 GHN find?
236 GHN passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; heavy rust and under seal to under body; sill covers and repairs.

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