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DS05 CZB

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,745 mi
Last recorded98,745 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 CZB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 98,745 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 98,745 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear as marked with yellow chalk (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Off fog light lense damaged

Subframe damp

Pass 15 Jun 2016 97,636 miles

Body has slight corrosion Both front sills showing corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jul 2015 92,053 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 92,053 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 86,397 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 86,394 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Exhaust system corroded

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 77,898 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Jul 2013 77,898 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 68,343 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 60,139 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 50,932 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 38,899 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 26,525 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 CZB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver 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 CZB, 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 CZB registered?

DS05 CZB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 15 July 2005.

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