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DF55 YVG

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,758 mi
Last recorded87,758 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF55 YVG
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 87,758 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 87,758 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 79,280 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 75,551 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 70,249 miles

exhaust system corroded

front to rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 7 Aug 2014 70,245 miles

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

exhaust system corroded

front to rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2013 63,770 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 63,557 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 58,102 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 50,364 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 42,655 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 34,474 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 25,836 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 25,836 miles

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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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DF55 YVG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DF55 YVG, 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 DF55 YVG registered?

DF55 YVG is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is DF55 YVG safe to buy?

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