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EN05 XTK

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

146,494 mi
Last recorded146,494 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN05 XTK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 146,494 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 144,663 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2022 144,646 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 141,555 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both nearside and offside front lowers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside front lower arm inner rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 141,555 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut likely to fail also very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both nearside and offside fronts (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both nearside and offside front lowers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside front lower arm inner rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 136,479 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both nearside and offside rears (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both nearside and offside front lowers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 130,876 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both nearside and offside front lowers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 130,874 miles

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

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both nearside and offside fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both nearside and offside front lowers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 124,389 miles

Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside and offside rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 116,945 miles

coil spring corroded both nearside and offside fronts (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 24 Oct 2017 116,945 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

coil spring corroded both nearside and offside fronts (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 110,419 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joining clamp (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 103,303 miles

Centre rear seat belt locking mechanism stiff in operation

Offside front Drop link have some play

Slight uneven application in rear brakes

Fail 27 Oct 2015 103,301 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Centre rear seat belt locking mechanism stiff in operation

Offside front Drop link have some play

Slight uneven application in rear brakes

Pass 18 Aug 2014 92,033 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 92,033 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 78,119 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 62,449 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 60,558 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 52,273 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2011 52,273 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 44,451 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 37,424 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 37,424 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 28,374 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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EN05 XTK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 EN05 XTK, 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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EN05 XTK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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