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CV05 OJL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

110,128 mi
Last recorded110,128 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 OJL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2024 110,128 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 105,583 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material [both] front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge [tyre] wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside rear tyres cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Apr 2023 105,583 miles

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material [both] front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge [tyre] wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside rear tyres cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 105,564 miles

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 100,825 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 100,621 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 91,316 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 84,971 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear mid to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Mar 2020 84,956 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear mid to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 74,206 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 74,203 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 62,825 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 50,622 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 43,896 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 43,896 miles

Fuel system component leaking pipe around tank area (7.2.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 38,197 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 36,936 miles

fuel around fuel tank

Pass 4 Mar 2013 35,627 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 32,590 miles

fluid around fuel tank

Pass 2 Mar 2011 28,276 miles

both front tyres worn away on edges

fuel around fuel tank

Pass 18 Feb 2010 23,466 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 17,259 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 12,523 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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CV05 OJL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 CV05 OJL, 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 CV05 OJL registered?

CV05 OJL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 3 March 2005.

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