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DN05 XHX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

139,065 mi
Last recorded139,065 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 XHX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 139,065 miles

BRAKE PIPES CORRODED AND UNDERSEALED. POWER STEERING RACK WET BUT NO LEAK FOUND AT THE TIME OF THE TEST

BRAKE PIPES CORRODED AND UNDERSEALED. POWER STEERING RACK WET BUT NO LEAK FOUND AT THE TIME OF THE TEST

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Mar 2017 139,065 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 130,114 miles

brake pipes starting to corrode,

power steering rack boot worn , rack wet but no leak found

Pass 30 Mar 2015 122,508 miles

brake pipes starting to corrode, slight play in steering

steering rack wet but no leak found

Fail 30 Mar 2015 122,508 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

brake pipes starting to corrode, slight play in steering

Fail 27 Mar 2014 113,287 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

both sills slightly corroed.

plastic covers fitted underbody.

Pass 27 Mar 2014 113,287 miles

both sills slightly corroed.

plastic covers fitted underbody.

Pass 18 Jun 2013 105,699 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 105,695 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 97,214 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 84,756 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 84,756 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 71,688 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 58,433 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 58,433 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 45,362 miles

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

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 XHX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 DN05 XHX, 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 XHX registered?

DN05 XHX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 23 June 2005.

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