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CA05 PXZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

142,545 mi
Last recorded142,545 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 PXZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2015 142,545 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear exhaust silencer retaining strap corroded but exhaust still secure

Fail 22 Jul 2015 142,545 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear exhaust silencer retaining strap corroded but exhaust still secure

Pass 28 Jul 2014 132,471 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Rear exhaust bracket corroded.

Fail 19 Jul 2014 131,997 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Rear exhaust bracket corroded.

Pass 22 Jul 2013 122,575 miles

corrosion on rear exhaust bracket

Fail 22 Jul 2013 122,575 miles

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

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

corrosion on rear exhaust bracket

Fail 26 Jul 2012 106,036 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 106,036 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 83,179 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 83,179 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 62,359 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 43,135 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 32,140 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 PXZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 PXZ, 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 PXZ registered?

CA05 PXZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is CA05 PXZ safe to buy?

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