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CE05 EWX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

113,082 mi
Last recorded113,082 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 EWX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 113,082 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

engine noise

offside front cv boot pin holed

offside front wishbone p bush perished and worn

offside rear tyre heavily perished and old

play in offside of steering rack requirements just meet

Pass 31 May 2017 100,346 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 97,012 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 93,617 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 93,616 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 87,778 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 79,090 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 73,042 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 63,556 miles

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

Front tyres wonr outer edge.

Pass 26 Apr 2010 56,894 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 51,131 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 44,627 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 42,609 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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CE05 EWX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CE05 EWX, 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 CE05 EWX registered?

CE05 EWX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is CE05 EWX safe to buy?

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