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DF05 CZX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

88,363 mi
Last recorded88,363 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 CZX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 88,363 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2019 88,363 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 83,044 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2018 83,041 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut severely distorted fouling body on full lock. (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 76,964 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 70,179 miles

Offside Front hub area contaminated with grease

Fail 29 Mar 2016 70,179 miles

Offside Front hub area contaminated with grease

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 65,131 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 59,536 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 54,350 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 48,383 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 42,886 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 42,878 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 36,905 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 31,453 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 24,383 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 23,479 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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DF05 CZX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DF05 CZX, 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 DF05 CZX registered?

DF05 CZX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is DF05 CZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF05 CZX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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