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GF05 XRM

2005 Citroen Xsara

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

70,221 mi
Last recorded70,221 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 XRM
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2022 70,221 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 70,171 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 66,774 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2021 66,774 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 64,231 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 60,689 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 55,407 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 55,407 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 48,124 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 48,124 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 47,539 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 47,531 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 46,633 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 45,800 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 44,410 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 44,410 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 40,258 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 34,630 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 29,773 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 23,336 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 XRM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GF05 XRM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF05 XRM registered?

GF05 XRM is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is GF05 XRM safe to buy?

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