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DY05 SXP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

70,403 mi
Last recorded70,403 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 SXP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 70,403 miles

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

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2023 70,399 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 69,367 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both sills corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2021 68,041 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 66,263 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 64,193 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2019 64,193 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 60,762 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 60,237 miles

Nearside front tyre worn and perished

Fail 22 Feb 2018 60,236 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside front tyre worn and perished

Pass 16 Feb 2017 59,257 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 57,776 miles

O/S/R &Centre rear seats not fitted at time of test

Fail 10 Feb 2016 57,760 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/S/R &Centre rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 10 Feb 2015 55,851 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 55,850 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 54,752 miles

Offside front tyre wearing unevenly on inside edge

Fail 10 Feb 2014 54,752 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front tyre wearing unevenly on inside edge

Pass 2 Feb 2013 53,636 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 49,510 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 49,510 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 43,332 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 37,886 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 31,514 miles

offside door mirror repaired by tape

Pass 17 Mar 2008 25,271 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 25,271 miles

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

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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DY05 SXP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 DY05 SXP, 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 DY05 SXP registered?

DY05 SXP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 March 2005.

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