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CP05 RMU

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

143,017 mi
Last recorded143,017 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 RMU
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2020 143,017 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 143,017 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 133,005 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 124,919 miles

tyre wear osr inner edge

Fail 12 Jan 2018 124,919 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

tyre wear osr inner edge

Pass 18 Jan 2017 114,558 miles

tyre wear 2front outer edges

Fail 11 Jan 2017 114,385 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

tyre wear 2front outer edges

Pass 4 Jan 2016 106,044 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 92,675 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 90,052 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 82,820 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 73,232 miles

Factory recall front coil spring collars not yet fitted

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 63,316 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 51,529 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 39,608 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 38,615 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 RMU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CP05 RMU, 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 RMU registered?

CP05 RMU is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 7 July 2005.

Is CP05 RMU safe to buy?

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