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CA05 DBO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

140,185 mi
Last recorded140,185 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 DBO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 140,185 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s/f shock corroding

rear axle corroding

Fail 24 Oct 2022 140,176 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s/f shock corroding

rear axle corroding

Pass 17 Nov 2021 127,243 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Body component slightly loose boot trim (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 120,644 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 26 Apr 2019 110,289 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 102,907 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 96,452 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 May 2016 89,954 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 83,714 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 77,589 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 70,950 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 67,930 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 11 May 2011 57,288 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

steering rack has misting of oil

Pass 11 May 2011 57,288 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

steering rack has misting of oil

Pass 14 May 2010 45,793 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 May 2009 34,665 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rear wiper split

Pass 21 May 2009 34,665 miles

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

rear wiper split

Pass 23 May 2008 25,396 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 May 2008 25,396 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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CA05 DBO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 CA05 DBO, 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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CA05 DBO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 June 2005.

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