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AU05 TZG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

96,401 mi
Last recorded96,401 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 TZG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 96,401 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2019 96,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. all other tyres are 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 90,747 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 90,747 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 87,789 miles

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion sill rusty and small hole (6.1.B.2)

Side repeater slightly discoloured both lamps (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 81,247 miles

Offside Front Outer sill becoming weak

Fail 22 Mar 2017 81,247 miles

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

Offside Front Outer sill becoming weak

Pass 6 Apr 2016 74,952 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 69,446 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 64,005 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 58,278 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 58,263 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 52,789 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 45,225 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 37,366 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 30,645 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 30,645 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Fail 18 Apr 2008 21,366 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 21,366 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 TZG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 AU05 TZG, 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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AU05 TZG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 April 2005.

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