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DG05 WHT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

138,183 mi
Last recorded138,183 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 WHT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 138,183 miles

no rear seats fitted

oil leak from engine

Fail 17 Jun 2016 138,180 miles

Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened + pads worn out (3.5.1i)

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

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

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

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

no rear seats fitted

oil leak from engine

Pass 26 Oct 2015 134,329 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 134,328 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 May 2014 107,801 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 May 2014 107,792 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cannot see brake pads

turbo heat shield insecure

Pass 17 Apr 2013 98,174 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 87,162 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 78,966 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 69,291 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 69,282 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 60,104 miles

front brake pads look to be wearing low

Pass 8 Apr 2008 46,987 miles

offside and nearside rear tyres begining to wear low......185/65/15h

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 WHT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DG05 WHT, 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 WHT registered?

DG05 WHT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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