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CE05 FKW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

103,332 mi
Last recorded103,332 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 FKW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2020 103,332 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 96,455 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 96,455 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 89,430 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 79,406 miles

engine cover

Pass 17 Mar 2016 62,757 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met

Fail 15 Mar 2016 62,757 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met

Pass 21 Mar 2015 50,445 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 46,595 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 43,064 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 41,341 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 36,666 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 30,699 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 30,699 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 25,054 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 FKW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,749cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FKW, 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 FKW registered?

CE05 FKW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 March 2005.

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