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GF05 JDK

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

156,751 mi
Last recorded156,751 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 JDK
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 156,751 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2021 156,749 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 155,023 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust skin slightly corroded.

n/s and o/s side sills slight bubbling.

Pass 17 Dec 2018 153,816 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2018 153,816 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam replaced h4 bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working replaced 501 capless bulb (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 140,698 miles

knocking noise from under car when moving,no play found.

Fail 27 Dec 2017 140,645 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

knocking noise from under car when moving,no play found.

Pass 28 Dec 2016 127,583 miles

front pads getting low

Fail 28 Dec 2016 127,583 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front pads getting low

Pass 30 Dec 2015 114,141 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 98,752 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 98,752 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Dec 2013 85,089 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2013 85,070 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 76,201 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

tested in wet conditions

Pass 30 Dec 2011 67,926 miles

n/s/r tyre low on tread

Pass 30 Dec 2010 61,365 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 47,184 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 42,737 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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GF05 JDK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 GF05 JDK, 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 GF05 JDK registered?

GF05 JDK is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 20 April 2005.

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