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AO05 ZGC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

97,231 mi
Last recorded97,231 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 ZGC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 97,231 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2018 97,231 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Silencer bracket (7.1.1)

Pass 26 May 2017 94,197 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2017 94,196 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 May 2016 90,251 miles

Nearside All position lamps deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside number plate lamp dim

exhaust rear silencer strap broken

Fail 12 May 2016 90,251 miles

Nearside All position lamps deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside number plate lamp dim

exhaust rear silencer strap broken

Pass 6 May 2015 79,120 miles

Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 22 May 2014 66,702 miles

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

offside rear tyre out of shape

Fail 6 May 2014 66,230 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

offside rear tyre out of shape

Pass 10 May 2013 54,055 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 45,095 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 36,113 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 36,101 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 May 2010 29,111 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 20,921 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 May 2008 13,317 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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AO05 ZGC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 ZGC, 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 AO05 ZGC registered?

AO05 ZGC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 May 2005.

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