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DS54 GLY

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,599 mi
Last recorded87,599 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS54 GLY
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2019 87,599 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Jan 2019 87,594 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear tyre cracked and perished

Pass 26 Jan 2018 79,590 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

outer sills corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2017 71,938 miles

Front all suspension items corroded

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner of outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner of outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (2.4.G.1)

under trays fitted making it hard to test some items

Pass 20 Jan 2016 65,356 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 65,356 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 57,394 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 49,087 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 43,864 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 43,849 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 41,118 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 36,584 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 36,584 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 33,093 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 28,787 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 20,806 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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DS54 GLY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DS54 GLY, 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 DS54 GLY registered?

DS54 GLY is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 January 2005.

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