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DU55 PRX

2005 Citroen Xsara

Purple Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

115,710 mi
Last recorded115,710 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 PRX
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 115,710 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 106,695 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 96,505 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 86,424 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 75,406 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 71,493 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 71,493 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 67,725 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

TRAILER SOCKET LOOSE (CABLE TIED ON)

Fail 26 Sep 2014 67,725 miles

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

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

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

TRAILER SOCKET LOOSE (CABLE TIED ON)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 61,708 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 55,173 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 48,224 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 48,224 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 42,776 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)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 36,264 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 28,583 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)

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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DU55 PRX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Purple with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DU55 PRX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU55 PRX registered?

DU55 PRX is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 October 2005.

Is DU55 PRX safe to buy?

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