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DE05 UPW

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

55,349 mi
Last recorded55,349 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 UPW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 55,349 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 51,979 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 49,186 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 45,806 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 45,806 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 42,675 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 42,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 39,261 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 35,517 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 35,517 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 32,342 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 32,342 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 14 Jul 2011 29,054 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 29,054 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 25,099 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 25,099 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 20,196 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 15,574 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 15,574 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 14,469 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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DE05 UPW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UPW, 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 UPW registered?

DE05 UPW is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is DE05 UPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 UPW shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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