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DF55 VDP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

110,067 mi
Last recorded110,067 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF55 VDP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2022 110,067 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box flange (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020

Offside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported cable tied to rear sub frame (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Rear lamp loose

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

can not read mileage digital number not showing

exhaust silencer clamp loose

tyres wearing inner edges

Fail 16 Oct 2020

Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged o/s/rear bracket missing on axle (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear lamp loose

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust silencer clamp loose

tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 18 Apr 2019 91,442 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 85,251 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 80,450 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 75,251 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 69,033 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

rear number plate slightly insecure

Pass 26 Nov 2013 62,211 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 57,956 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear exhaust bracket insecure

Fail 29 Nov 2012 57,955 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear exhaust bracket insecure

Pass 2 Dec 2011 52,654 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 2 Dec 2011 52,654 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 23 Nov 2010 44,819 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 44,819 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 35,721 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 26,290 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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DF55 VDP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DF55 VDP, 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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DF55 VDP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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