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AV05 CEF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,981 mi
Last recorded88,981 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 CEF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 88,981 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 88,954 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 78,402 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belt

Pass 28 Aug 2014 69,387 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 61,684 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 61,684 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 59,473 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 55,587 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 48,681 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 41,659 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 33,572 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 33,572 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 27,066 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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AV05 CEF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AV05 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 AV05 CEF registered?

AV05 CEF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AV05 CEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 CEF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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