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CA05 DYC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,838 mi
Last recorded82,838 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 DYC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 82,838 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 76,805 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 9 Jul 2016 76,805 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Jul 2015 72,135 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 65,555 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 59,045 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

drive belt noisy

offside rear tyre slightly mishaped

trim missing from tailgate in front of registration lights

Fail 27 Jul 2012 51,424 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

childs seat fitted to o/s/r

Pass 27 Jul 2012 51,424 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

childs seat fitted to o/s/r

Pass 22 Jul 2011 44,862 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jul 2010 38,102 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 30,385 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 21,989 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres starting to wear on outer edge

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 DYC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 CA05 DYC, 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 CA05 DYC registered?

CA05 DYC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 11 July 2005.

Is CA05 DYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA05 DYC shows 12 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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