CarVerify

Free Car Check

DY05 ZVJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,463 mi
Last recorded113,463 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 ZVJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 113,463 miles

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

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

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

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

both front outer sills starting to blister/corrode slightly.

Pass 15 Sep 2015 105,607 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 100,454 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 95,684 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 89,126 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs worn

nearside front tyre on 2mm on outter edge

Fail 18 Apr 2013 89,126 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs worn

nearside front tyre on 2mm on outter edge

Pass 27 Apr 2012 80,188 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear silencer strap corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2011 69,594 miles

slight corrosion on rear exhaust strap

slight wear on front brake discs

Pass 6 May 2010 60,939 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner and outter edge

Fail 6 May 2010 60,937 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on inner and outter edge

Pass 21 Apr 2009 50,662 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre on 2mm on outter edge

Pass 6 May 2008 38,117 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
Full Citroen Xsara reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DY05 ZVJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel 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 DY05 ZVJ, 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

How do I check the history of DY05 ZVJ?

You can check the full history of DY05 ZVJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DY05 ZVJ registered?

DY05 ZVJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is DY05 ZVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY05 ZVJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY05 ZVJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DY05 ZVJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.