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AO05 YHK

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

100,726 mi
Last recorded100,726 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 YHK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 100,726 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 100,726 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 95,573 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 95,573 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 84,033 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

both front wiperblades deteriorating

Pass 22 May 2013 75,030 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 May 2013 75,030 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 May 2012 63,362 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

oil warning lamp on

Pass 6 Jul 2011 55,104 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 43,868 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 43,850 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2009 31,765 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 23,637 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 12 May 2008 23,637 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Spare tyre defective

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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AO05 YHK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 AO05 YHK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO05 YHK registered?

AO05 YHK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is AO05 YHK safe to buy?

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