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EK05 CVT

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

161,007 mi
Last recorded161,007 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 CVT
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2023 161,007 miles

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

unable to check rear seat belts/rear seats folded down

Pass 19 Apr 2022 151,524 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 141,167 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 133,592 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 123,000 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 113,139 miles

EML on

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear tyre has a cut in side wall

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear exhaust broken bracket

Pass 13 Apr 2017 111,334 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 102,328 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 92,738 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 81,818 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 81,818 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 71,049 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 62,647 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 54,362 miles

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)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 47,885 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 41,813 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 35,694 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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EK05 CVT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EK05 CVT, 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 EK05 CVT registered?

EK05 CVT is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 28 May 2005.

Is EK05 CVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK05 CVT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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