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CX05 TBV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

155,786 mi
Last recorded155,786 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 TBV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Sep 2019 155,786 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak radiator ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 149,373 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 149,373 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

offside front outer sill corroded no near prescibed areas

Pass 29 Mar 2017 142,565 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 142,555 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 137,379 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 127,442 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 117,692 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 109,879 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 100,235 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 90,476 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 90,476 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 87,398 miles

Front discs wearing thin

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 56,478 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 56,407 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 55,435 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 55,426 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 51,278 miles

Offside rear seat belt does not pull out smoothly

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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CX05 TBV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 CX05 TBV, 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 CX05 TBV registered?

CX05 TBV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 21 March 2005.

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