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GJ05 PVP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Beige Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,392 mi
Last recorded92,392 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 PVP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 92,392 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured BOTH (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 89,761 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 85,957 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 15 Apr 2013 76,180 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 76,174 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 65,980 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 56,439 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 56,439 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 46,062 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 40,126 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 30,777 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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GJ05 PVP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Beige with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GJ05 PVP, 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 GJ05 PVP registered?

GJ05 PVP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is GJ05 PVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ05 PVP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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