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AV05 COJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,008 mi
Last recorded82,008 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 COJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2021 82,008 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust tatty

Pass 11 Dec 2020 81,373 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 80,639 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 80,016 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 79,152 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 75,537 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 67,810 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 67,810 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 61,705 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 56,980 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 50,286 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 50,259 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 45,837 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 42,945 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 6 Apr 2010 38,431 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 14 Apr 2009 33,809 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 27,492 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 27,459 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 COJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 COJ, 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

How do I check the history of AV05 COJ?

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What year was AV05 COJ registered?

AV05 COJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 4 April 2005.

Is AV05 COJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 COJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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