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GJ55 XTP

2005 Citroen Xsara

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

136,851 mi
Last recorded136,851 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 XTP
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 136,851 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2019 136,848 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 119,403 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced Glass cracked and has water inside lens. (1.7.5a)

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2018 119,400 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wiper blades split and need replacing. (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Silencer bracket broken and rotted needs renewing. (7.1.1)

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release Centre seat belt does not lock into the black stalk. (5.2.5a)

Fan belt needs replacing as it is badly damaged and will possibly break.

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced Glass cracked and has water inside lens. (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 106,344 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2016 84,738 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 66,426 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2015 66,423 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 63,555 miles

both front wipers are split

front brake pads 4-5mm

front tyres worn on shoulders

n/s/f outer sill is weak

Pass 18 May 2013 56,082 miles

Spare tyre defective

all 3 wiper blades are split

both front tyres are in poor condition

rear exhaust silencer bracket has snapped

Pass 12 Jun 2012 48,604 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front tyres begining to perish

rear exhaust box hanger has rusted?broken

washer pump needs replacing

Pass 19 Oct 2011 44,800 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 40,144 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 36,632 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 32,065 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 31,572 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 31,218 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 30,843 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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 XTP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GJ55 XTP, 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 XTP registered?

GJ55 XTP is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 November 2005.

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