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EK05 VGV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

94,596 mi
Last recorded94,596 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 VGV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 94,596 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2019 85,158 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 83,158 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2018 76,312 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 69,753 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Apr 2017 69,646 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear end bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear end bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 62,859 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 62,859 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

nearside repeater flashing whitish

Fail 18 Apr 2015 56,779 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 56,779 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 51,856 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 47,206 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 43,148 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 43,148 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 38,360 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Apr 2010 33,079 miles

both rear tyres cracking on side wall and in tread

Pass 25 Apr 2009 26,031 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 19,845 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

front brake discs worn thin - borderline pass

Fail 12 Apr 2008 19,845 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

front brake discs worn thin - borderline pass

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 VGV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VGV, 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 VGV registered?

EK05 VGV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 April 2005.

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