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GF05 KSN

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2023
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,190 mi
Last recorded105,190 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 KSN
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Fail 14 Jul 2023 105,190 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Backbox excessively corroded & strap excessively corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Both upper spring cups/top mounts slightly corroded

General underbody surface corrosion

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

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 104,859 miles

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

Nearside Rear Backbox corroded

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

Fail 20 Jul 2022 104,859 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Backbox corroded

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 104,138 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Fail 15 Jun 2021 104,138 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s also cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 103,364 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect strut (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 3 Jul 2020 103,364 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect strut (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

oil cap missing, oil level on minimum mark

Pass 25 Jun 2019 101,087 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 101,087 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 96,707 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 91,650 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion outer sill slightly weakened (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 Jun 2017 91,649 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion outer sill slightly weakened (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 86,267 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front outer edge wearing

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Jun 2016 86,267 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front outer edge wearing

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 80,001 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 73,044 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 65,794 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 Jul 2013 65,794 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jul 2012 59,398 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 49,988 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 42,429 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 39,498 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 33,083 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 24,125 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 KSN is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KSN, 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 KSN registered?

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

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