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EX05 UBL

2005 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

131,120 mi
Last recorded131,120 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 UBL
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 131,120 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 130,978 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 124,215 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2020 124,215 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 118,778 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 108,838 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 101,721 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Slight corrosion to both front to rear brake pipes

Fail 5 Dec 2017 101,721 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Slight corrosion to both front to rear brake pipes

Pass 5 Dec 2016 94,635 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 86,445 miles

Nearside Front tyre bald on edges

Pass 12 Nov 2014 72,327 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 65,247 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 8 Nov 2012 52,467 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 52,467 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 51,429 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 49,139 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 46,326 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 41,911 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 37,427 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 UBL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EX05 UBL, 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 UBL registered?

EX05 UBL is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 14 March 2005.

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