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DV55 PDO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,986 mi
Last recorded103,986 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 PDO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 103,986 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 103,981 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

exhaust heat shield insecure

oil filler cap missing

Pass 16 Oct 2012 82,887 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 63,712 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 63,712 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Both front tyres scrubbed on inner and outer edges

Both rear tyres cracking with age

Pass 7 Oct 2008 25,654 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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DV55 PDO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DV55 PDO, 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 DV55 PDO registered?

DV55 PDO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is DV55 PDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV55 PDO shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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