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AP05 CEF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,064 mi
Last recorded122,064 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 CEF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 122,064 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 105,025 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 92,714 miles

both front brake pipes are corroded

o/s rear brake calliper realise has a slight bind

o/s rear tyre is wearing on the inside edge

Pass 18 Jun 2016 83,950 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 75,482 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 66,406 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 56,594 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jun 2012 47,622 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 40,317 miles

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

both rear tyres are starting yo perish

Fail 1 Jul 2010 35,089 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 35,089 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 30,396 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 9 Jul 2009 30,393 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 22,486 miles

Bottom of tank is wet but no visable leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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AP05 CEF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AP05 CEF, 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 AP05 CEF registered?

AP05 CEF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is AP05 CEF safe to buy?

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