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DA05 ZDM

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

91,750 mi
Last recorded91,750 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 ZDM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 91,750 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2025 91,750 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 87,386 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 83,718 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2022 83,708 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 80,065 miles

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2022 80,055 miles

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

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

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 76,143 miles

Sills slightly corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2020 76,143 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Sills slightly corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 73,417 miles

oil filler cap missing

Fail 13 Jun 2019 73,417 miles

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

oil filler cap missing

Pass 19 Jun 2018 70,143 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 67,280 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 64,634 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on outer tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 60,008 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 55,576 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 55,572 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 51,478 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 46,456 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 41,355 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 34,914 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 29,050 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 21,168 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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DA05 ZDM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue 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 DA05 ZDM, 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 DA05 ZDM registered?

DA05 ZDM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is DA05 ZDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA05 ZDM shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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