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AD05 GVF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

141,088 mi
Last recorded141,088 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 GVF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 141,088 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2023 141,088 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 133,536 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 133,536 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 124,672 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 116,843 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 116,843 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 109,283 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 109,282 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2018 99,946 miles

Offside Front tyre uneven wear

Pass 23 Nov 2017 96,260 miles

Front brake pads wearing low

Nearside Rear tyre tread on limit

Fail 23 Nov 2017 96,260 miles

Front brake pads wearing low

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre tread on limit

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 90,389 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 82,293 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 74,648 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 65,625 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 51,308 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 48,631 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 42,308 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 38,050 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 29,806 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Unable to view front brake pads fully ,estimated 65-75% worn.

Pass 8 Aug 2008 22,568 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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AD05 GVF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 71,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD05 GVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD05 GVF registered?

AD05 GVF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 2 August 2005.

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