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DN05 DCF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

76,153 mi
Last recorded76,153 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 DCF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2019 76,153 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 74,376 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 74,318 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 71,242 miles

all 4 tyres getting low

Pass 15 Sep 2016 68,050 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 64,140 miles

Front brake pads very low

Pass 18 Sep 2014 61,121 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 57,795 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 54,097 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 49,164 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 45,506 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 40,461 miles

nearside rear tyre perishing

rear number plate degraded

Fail 16 Sep 2009 40,461 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear tyre perishing

rear number plate degraded

Pass 2 Oct 2008 34,450 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 32,466 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 DCF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DCF, 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 DN05 DCF registered?

DN05 DCF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is DN05 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN05 DCF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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