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EO05 PYF

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

43,949 mi
Last recorded43,949 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 PYF
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 43,949 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 May 2019 43,945 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 39,964 miles

Front tyres slightly deteriorated

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

handbrake lever has slight travel

Pass 6 Jun 2017 35,592 miles

exhaust tailpipe strap corroded through but still supported

Fail 6 Jun 2017 35,592 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust tailpipe strap corroded through but still supported

Pass 2 Jun 2016 31,952 miles

rear shock absorber gaiters deteriorated

Pass 30 May 2015 29,912 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both wiper blades split on the edges

Pass 30 May 2014 28,501 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 27,644 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 26,454 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 24,881 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 24,808 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 24,808 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 23,732 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 22,661 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 17,494 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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EO05 PYF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EO05 PYF, 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 PYF registered?

EO05 PYF is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is EO05 PYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 PYF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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