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EF05 XSP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

87,721 mi
Last recorded87,721 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 XSP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 87,721 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 87,720 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2017 78,997 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 69,336 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 61,053 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 61,053 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 53,952 miles

offside rear tyre cracked and perishing

Pass 15 Jul 2013 46,143 miles

NSF TYRE BALD ON OUTER EDGE OF TREAD

NSR TYRE CRACKING IN TREAD

OSR TYRE INNER SIDEWALL PERISHING

Pass 19 Jul 2012 40,826 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 34,294 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 27,826 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 22,601 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 17,121 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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EF05 XSP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EF05 XSP, 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 EF05 XSP?

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What year was EF05 XSP registered?

EF05 XSP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is EF05 XSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 XSP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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