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EF05 XSR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,104 mi
Last recorded107,104 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 XSR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 107,104 miles

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

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

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

Rear sub frame and component corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2018 100,799 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 2 Nov 2018 100,799 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Oct 2017 95,312 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 28 Oct 2017 95,312 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 3 Nov 2016 87,886 miles

discs worn

Fail 3 Nov 2016 87,886 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

discs worn

Pass 27 Oct 2015 80,999 miles

Centre childseats fitted

discs worn

Pass 1 Nov 2014 76,258 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 70,514 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 61,841 miles

Both front tyres wearing on the inner and outer edge

Pass 11 Aug 2011 55,589 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 55,587 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 48,856 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 39,311 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Jul 2008 27,683 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 XSR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XSR, 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 EF05 XSR registered?

EF05 XSR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is EF05 XSR safe to buy?

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