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CK55 DMU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

115,256 mi
Last recorded115,256 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK55 DMU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 115,256 miles

Vehicle corroded to underside

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 110,128 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside sill corroded - not within prescribed area

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 105,236 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 100,064 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 94,983 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 94,873 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 89,792 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 89,785 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 84,238 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 81,464 miles

Both front tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn heavily on edges

Pass 18 Jan 2018 78,108 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 78,108 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2017 76,972 miles

rear suspension components corroded slightly

Pass 1 Aug 2016 73,446 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 67,515 miles

185 / 65 / 15 tyres fitted

Inner wheel arch covers fitted

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 60,788 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2013 54,033 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

Fail 14 Sep 2013 54,033 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

Fail 13 Sep 2012 48,097 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2012 48,097 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2011 43,776 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 39,181 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 32,631 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2009 32,631 miles

inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2008 25,103 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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CK55 DMU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 CK55 DMU, 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 CK55 DMU registered?

CK55 DMU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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