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DG05 RLX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,939 mi
Last recorded137,939 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 RLX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2020 137,939 miles

clutch pedal feels as clutch on way out

Fail 23 Mar 2020 137,938 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outersill excessive corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

clutch pedal feels as clutch on way out

Pass 22 Feb 2019 135,413 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2019 135,413 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 130,244 miles

Advise both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 29 Jan 2018 130,242 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Advise both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 119,512 miles

under covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 26 Feb 2016 107,994 miles

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)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 95,910 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 84,176 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 73,036 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Feb 2012 64,076 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 50,956 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 36,099 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 27,154 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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DG05 RLX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG05 RLX, 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 DG05 RLX registered?

DG05 RLX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 March 2005.

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