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DE05 MVT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

76,843 mi
Last recorded76,843 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 MVT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 76,843 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 74,859 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2020 74,840 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure bracket corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 72,191 miles

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 72,191 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill corroded. Needs welding (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 68,234 miles

both outer sill front corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2017 63,611 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 59,017 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 56,046 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 52,892 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 49,912 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 47,330 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inside + on limit

Pass 4 Aug 2011 43,139 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 40,009 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 35,801 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 32,162 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 31,228 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

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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DE05 MVT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DE05 MVT, 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 DE05 MVT registered?

DE05 MVT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is DE05 MVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 MVT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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