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CP05 PLV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

118,739 mi
Last recorded118,739 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 PLV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 118,739 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 108,388 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jul 2015 108,388 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2014 97,826 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2013 84,281 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2012 75,388 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 67,300 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 59,244 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 May 2009 51,192 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 43,906 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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CP05 PLV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CP05 PLV, 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 CP05 PLV registered?

CP05 PLV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is CP05 PLV safe to buy?

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