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DA05 ZFC

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,599 mi
Last recorded60,599 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 ZFC
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 60,599 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 60,599 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 57,130 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 53,997 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 53,958 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 53,774 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 53,259 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 52,312 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2019 52,312 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 50,864 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 49,488 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 47,770 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 45,701 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 43,278 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 40,189 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 37,532 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 34,684 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 34,662 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 30,714 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 26,158 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 22,712 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 ZFC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZFC, 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 ZFC registered?

DA05 ZFC is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 July 2005.

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The MOT history for DA05 ZFC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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