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AV05 CPN

2005 Citroen Xsara

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

137,688 mi
Last recorded137,688 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 CPN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 137,688 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside repeater lens missing

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

heat shield insecure

Fail 19 Mar 2019 137,688 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside repeater lens missing

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

heat shield insecure

Pass 9 Feb 2018 132,217 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 132,217 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 126,563 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Spare tyre defective ()

rear wiper split

Fail 4 Feb 2017 126,174 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Spare tyre defective ()

rear wiper split

Pass 16 Feb 2016 116,422 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Slight weeping from power steering rack

Fail 15 Feb 2016 116,422 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine not tested (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Slight weeping from power steering rack

Pass 7 Mar 2015 107,077 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 96,741 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 90,030 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 85,500 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 85,500 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 80,755 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 72,781 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 59,949 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 59,949 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 52,899 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 52,899 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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 CPN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 AV05 CPN, 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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AV05 CPN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 March 2005.

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