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DU05 GTF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

103,404 mi
Last recorded103,404 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU05 GTF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 103,404 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2021 103,404 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 102,647 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2020 102,647 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 100,228 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 96,196 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn bald on outer edge, wearing bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 6 Apr 2018 96,196 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn bald on outer edge, wearing bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 93,323 miles

Offside Front wheel slight noise when rotated

Rear exhaust bracket corroded/broken but system secure

Pass 11 May 2016 90,009 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 90,008 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Fail 15 May 2015 86,889 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 15 May 2015 86,889 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2014 79,971 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2014 79,971 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 66,566 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 13 May 2013 66,566 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Coolant leak

Fail 14 May 2012 51,333 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 51,333 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 42,147 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2011 42,147 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 May 2010 33,582 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 12 May 2009 27,419 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 21,137 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 20,535 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 GTF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 DU05 GTF, 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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DU05 GTF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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