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AO54 VSP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

115,623 mi
Last recorded115,623 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO54 VSP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 115,623 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 115,604 miles

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

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 106,430 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Nov 2016 106,425 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 90,211 miles

child seats preventing inspection of seat belts

Pass 10 Nov 2014 78,758 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 67,835 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2012 58,153 miles

exhaust hanger for rear box snapped

Pass 24 Oct 2011 49,655 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 43,578 miles

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

offside front tyre low

Fail 9 Nov 2010 43,578 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

offside front tyre low

Pass 11 Nov 2009 33,640 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 25,669 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 19,573 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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AO54 VSP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AO54 VSP, 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 AO54 VSP registered?

AO54 VSP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 January 2005.

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The MOT history for AO54 VSP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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