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CA05 UCS

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,806 mi
Last recorded42,806 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 42,806 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 42,806 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2017 33,294 miles

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 32,955 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Aug 2016 32,955 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. both (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 32,396 miles

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

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

oil leak

steering pump noisey

Pass 12 Aug 2014 32,121 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 30,645 miles

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

Offside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Oil leak

Rubbing noise from front wheels on lock

Fail 9 Aug 2013 30,628 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Oil leak

Rubbing noise from front wheels on lock

Pass 7 Sep 2012 29,616 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s/r tyre cracking on outter wall

n/s/r tyre on 3mm on outter edge

o/s/r tyre cracking inbetween tread

Pass 1 Sep 2011 28,455 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 26,144 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 24,253 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Aug 2008 19,352 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 UCS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UCS, 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 UCS registered?

CA05 UCS is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is CA05 UCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA05 UCS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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