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DU05 GRZ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,104 mi
Last recorded85,104 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU05 GRZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 85,104 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 85,104 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 78,988 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 72,865 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2014 65,684 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 57,112 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 51,176 miles

rear exhaust mounting bracket deteriated

Pass 31 Mar 2011 46,994 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 46,994 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 35,770 miles

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

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

nearside steering rack track rod ball socket slight free play

Pass 4 Mar 2009 27,302 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight play in nearside inner steering rack joint

Pass 18 Jan 2008 20,196 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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DU05 GRZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DU05 GRZ, 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 DU05 GRZ registered?

DU05 GRZ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DU05 GRZ safe to buy?

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