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EX05 PHO

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,485 mi
Last recorded100,485 miles
Recorded on23 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 PHO
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2015 100,485 miles

Advise front wiper set smear screen

advise both front side repeaters slightly discoloured

advise rear exhaust box strap broken but secure

Pass 3 Jun 2014 96,322 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 86,800 miles

Engine oil level below minimum

Exhaust back box clamp broken

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jun 2013 86,800 miles

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

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

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

Engine oil level below minimum

Exhaust back box clamp broken

Oil leak

Pass 30 May 2012 78,739 miles

advise oil level is low

Fail 30 May 2012 78,738 miles

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

advise oil level is low

Pass 14 May 2011 67,911 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 58,285 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 49,231 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 39,313 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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EX05 PHO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EX05 PHO, 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 EX05 PHO registered?

EX05 PHO is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is EX05 PHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 PHO shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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