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AJ04 CVV

2004 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,971 mi
Last recorded118,971 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Citroen Xsara74,411 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ04 CVV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 118,971 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 113,947 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 108,382 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 102,604 miles

BATTERY LOOSE

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Apr 2015 102,604 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

BATTERY LOOSE

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 May 2014 96,766 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 96,766 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Fail 9 Apr 2011 92,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 92,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 80,248 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 68,523 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 68,456 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 53,500 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 53,253 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 37,025 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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AJ04 CVV is a 2004 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 74,411 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ04 CVV, 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 22 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ04 CVV registered?

AJ04 CVV is a 2004 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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