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AU05 RVW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,730 mi
Last recorded57,730 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 RVW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 57,730 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 55,053 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm tread and shoulder low (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear lens damaged

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 52,507 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 23 Mar 2017 52,494 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Mar 2016 50,809 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 48,251 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 44,783 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 44,783 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 41,055 miles

both rear tyres getting close to wear limmits and cracking on sidewalls

Pass 23 Feb 2012 36,752 miles

rear exhaust mounting corroded

rear tyres starting to crack on sidewalls

Pass 16 Feb 2011 31,918 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

nearside rear tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 17 Feb 2010 27,327 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 21,938 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 21,938 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 16,576 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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AU05 RVW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AU05 RVW, 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 AU05 RVW registered?

AU05 RVW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is AU05 RVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 RVW shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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