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EK05 OCR

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

134,841 mi
Last recorded134,841 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 OCR
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 134,841 miles

oil leak

Fail 22 Mar 2019 134,841 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2018 127,332 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 118,920 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 107,166 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 95,690 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 86,672 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 77,848 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 67,782 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 57,249 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 45,510 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 37,007 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 27,417 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 OCR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EK05 OCR, 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 EK05 OCR registered?

EK05 OCR is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 13 April 2005.

Is EK05 OCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK05 OCR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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