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DN05 DCE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,119 mi
Last recorded41,119 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 DCE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2015 41,119 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 41,118 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 May 2014 38,409 miles

Rear exhaust mounting datached but exhaust supported.

Pass 5 Jun 2013 35,137 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 31,960 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 7 Jun 2011 29,203 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 25,303 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 17,775 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 13,256 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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DN05 DCE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DN05 DCE, 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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How do I check the history of DN05 DCE?

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What year was DN05 DCE registered?

DN05 DCE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is DN05 DCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN05 DCE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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