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DS05 CYF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,557 mi
Last recorded45,557 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 CYF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2018 45,557 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 42,258 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2017 42,258 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 41,725 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 41,672 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 41,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 37,012 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 28,441 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 20,162 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 20,162 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 14,000 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 14,000 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 5,304 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 4,938 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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DS05 CYF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DS05 CYF, 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 DS05 CYF registered?

DS05 CYF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 August 2005.

Is DS05 CYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS05 CYF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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