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EO05 EFB

2005 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

319,073 mi
Last recorded319,073 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 EFB
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 319,073 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

slight oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2015 292,773 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jul 2014 262,855 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2013
Pass 18 Jul 2012 203,226 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 203,223 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 20 Jul 2011 164,956 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

both steering rack arms have endfloat

Pass 20 Jul 2011 164,956 miles

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

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

both steering rack arms have endfloat

Pass 7 Jul 2010 127,391 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 87,563 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 87,452 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 49,501 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 46,887 miles

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

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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EO05 EFB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EO05 EFB, 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 EO05 EFB registered?

EO05 EFB is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is EO05 EFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 EFB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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