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CV05 XTB

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,297 mi
Last recorded99,297 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 XTB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 99,297 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 99,297 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 96,842 miles

INJECTOR SEAL LEAKING

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 93,511 miles

both front tyres wearing edges .....

Fail 13 Oct 2016 93,511 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

both front tyres wearing edges .....

Pass 23 Oct 2015 87,729 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 76,320 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 76,320 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 66,323 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 55,841 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 52,462 miles

towbar corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2011 45,072 miles

rear brake discs pitted / corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2010 36,882 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 27,292 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 22,426 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 XTB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XTB, 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 XTB registered?

CV05 XTB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is CV05 XTB safe to buy?

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