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CX55 ZBR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

100,209 mi
Last recorded100,209 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 ZBR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 100,209 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2026 100,105 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill along full length (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2025 98,876 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2025 98,876 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2024 97,771 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 97,770 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded to excess (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 96,368 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 95,328 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 93,694 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 14 Sep 2021 93,694 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Coolant leak radiator leaking

Nearside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Sep 2020 90,194 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 90,192 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 86,311 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 77,792 miles

2 rear brake pipes corroded advice to replace within 4 months.

Fail 10 Sep 2018 77,792 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

2 rear brake pipes corroded advice to replace within 4 months.

Pass 6 Sep 2017 73,113 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 63,744 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 56,639 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 55,100 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 55,092 miles

Nearside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 49,375 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust rear box rusty

Pass 6 Sep 2012 41,081 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 30,649 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 20,182 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 9,231 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 8,094 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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CX55 ZBR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 CX55 ZBR, 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 CX55 ZBR registered?

CX55 ZBR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is CX55 ZBR safe to buy?

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