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CA54 YXC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

127,822 mi
Last recorded127,822 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA54 YXC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2019 127,822 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 2 Jan 2019 127,815 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Nov 2017 117,719 miles

slight play ns inner rack arm

Fail 8 Nov 2017 117,712 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both front outer sills (6.1.B.2)

slight play ns inner rack arm

Pass 27 Jan 2017 114,897 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/r o/s/r shock/absorbers [dust covers missing.]

Fail 27 Jan 2017 114,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/r o/s/r shock/absorbers [dust covers missing.]

Pass 31 Dec 2015 108,684 miles

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

both rear shock absorber shrouds deteriated

rear exhaust deteriated

Fail 31 Dec 2015 108,628 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

both rear shock absorber shrouds deteriated

rear exhaust deteriated

Pass 29 Jan 2015 99,412 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 99,412 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 9 Jan 2014 89,752 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 78,864 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 70,373 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 70,373 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear exhaust strap corroded but still secure

Pass 7 Jan 2011 62,453 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2011 62,453 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 55,442 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 49,187 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 41,792 miles

both front brake discs showing wear

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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CA54 YXC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 CA54 YXC, 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 CA54 YXC registered?

CA54 YXC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 January 2005.

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