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GJ55 AXV

2005 Citroen Xsara

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

161,164 mi
Last recorded161,164 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 AXV
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2021 161,164 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2021 161,162 miles

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 154,189 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 146,684 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2019 146,684 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened sill (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 136,851 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside front outer sill corroded but is currently out of prescribed areas

Fail 3 Nov 2018 136,843 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside front outer sill corroded but is currently out of prescribed areas

Pass 24 Nov 2017 128,522 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 128,522 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2016 120,056 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 120,020 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 112,873 miles

Brakes ; imbalance on parking brakes , o/s lower performance

Brakes ; rear brake hoses , ferrules corroded

Drivers view ; wipers split

Tyres ; o/s/f cracking in tread , unsure of depth , recommend replace

Wheel trims / various covers / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Fail 11 Dec 2014 109,107 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 109,107 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 97,281 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 84,723 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 70,298 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 58,361 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 52,686 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 40,265 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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GJ55 AXV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Green with a 1,560cc 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 GJ55 AXV, 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 GJ55 AXV registered?

GJ55 AXV is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 5 September 2005.

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