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GJ05 TKE

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

70,845 mi
Last recorded70,845 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 TKE
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2015 70,845 miles

Front brakes imbalanced

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

Wiper blades deteriorating

Fail 17 Dec 2015 70,845 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Front brakes imbalanced

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

Wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 15 Dec 2014 62,680 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

nsf tyre bald outer edge

Fail 15 Dec 2014 62,680 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

nsf tyre bald outer edge

Pass 20 Dec 2013 50,227 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 50,227 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 37,948 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 27,790 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 27,790 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/f tyre bald outer edge

Fail 2 Nov 2011 27,502 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 27,502 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 25,332 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 22,075 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 18,448 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 18,309 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 14,442 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 TKE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GJ05 TKE, 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 TKE registered?

GJ05 TKE is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 16 April 2005.

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