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EG05 KWL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,496 mi
Last recorded91,496 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG05 KWL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2018 91,496 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

front tyres wearing on edges

n/s/f brake binding

o/s front to rear brake pipe corroding

Pass 26 Jul 2017 84,813 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 79,214 miles

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

Nearside front brake has very slight bind.

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 69,715 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 59,854 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 53,734 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 23 Jul 2012 48,464 miles

Rear exhaust box bracket is rusty,advise to change.

Pass 4 Aug 2011 45,850 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 40,139 miles

Front plastic undertray is damaged.

Large plastic undertray fitted,so full inspection of steering and suspension not possible.

Pass 18 Aug 2009 29,673 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 20,834 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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EG05 KWL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EG05 KWL, 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 EG05 KWL registered?

EG05 KWL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is EG05 KWL safe to buy?

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