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CA05 DYD

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

62,084 mi
Last recorded62,084 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 DYD
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 62,084 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 62,084 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2015 56,443 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn inner edge

n/s/r tyre perished /low tread

slight oil leak at rack

Pass 17 Mar 2015 56,443 miles

both front tyres worn inner edge

n/s/r tyre perished /low tread

slight oil leak at rack

Fail 17 Mar 2014 47,611 miles

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 47,611 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 43,115 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 15 May 2012 37,174 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2011 30,722 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 30,722 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 22,929 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 13,990 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 13,990 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Apr 2008 6,756 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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CA05 DYD is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 CA05 DYD, 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 DYD registered?

CA05 DYD is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is CA05 DYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA05 DYD shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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